Maximian AE2, Genius reverse
RIC VI Treveri 697 · 307 AD · Treveri · Issued under Constantine I
Obverse
Reverse
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Obverse
D N MAXIMIANO P F S AVG
Bust of Maximian, laureate, draped, cuirassed, right
Reverse
GENIO POPV-LI ROMANI
Genius, turreted, nude, loins draped, standing left, holding patera in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand
About This Type
This RIC VI Treveri 697 is an ae2 of Maximian, issued under Constantine I (307 AD), struck at the Treveri mint. The reverse depicts Genius, turreted, nude, loins draped, standing left, holding patera in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand. Struck in bronze at a standard weight of 7.21g, 29mm diameter.
About the AE2
AE2 is a modern size classification for late Roman bronze coins measuring 21–25mm in diameter. This class includes the reduced folles and nummi of the Constantinian and Valentinianic periods. The classification is widely used in RIC and dealer catalogs when the ancient denomination name is debated.
About the Treveri Mint
Treveri (modern Trier, Germany) was one of the principal mints of the late Roman Empire, operating from the late third century through the fifth century. It was a primary source of gold solidi for the Western Empire.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is RIC VI Treveri 697?
- RIC VI Treveri 697 is a Bronze AE2 of Maximian issued under Constantine I (307 AD) struck at the Treveri mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VI Treveri 697.
- How do you identify RIC VI Treveri 697?
- The obverse depicts Bust of Maximian, laureate, draped, cuirassed, right with the inscription D N MAXIMIANO P F S AVG. The reverse depicts Genius, turreted, nude, loins draped, standing left, holding patera in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand with the inscription GENIO POPV-LI ROMANI. Portrait type: laureate.
- What are the physical specifications of RIC VI Treveri 697?
- RIC VI Treveri 697 was struck in Bronze, standard weight 7.21g, diameter 29mm, die axis 12 h, struck.
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