Antoninianus - Galerius as Caesar CONCORDIA MILITVM
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Caesar | Galerius (Gaius Galerius Valerius Maximianus) (293-305) |
| Emperor | Diocletian (Gaius Aurelius Valerius Diocletianus) (284-305) Maximian Herculius (Marcus Aurelius Valerius Maximianus) (286-305) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 284-294 |
| Value | Antoninianus (1) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#306795 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Galerius, draped, cuirassed, standing right, holding sceptre or parazonium in right hand and receiving Victory on globe from Jupiter, standing left, holding sceptre.
Script: Greek
Lettering:
CONCORDIA MILITVM
Γ//XXI
Translation:
Concordia Militum.
Harmony with the soldiers.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin featuring Galerius as Caesar (CONCORDIA MILITVM) was issued during a time of great turmoil in the Roman Empire. The coin's inscription, "CONCORDIA MILITVM," translates to "harmony of the soldiers," which was a theme that was often used during this period to promote unity and stability within the empire. Despite the challenges faced by the Roman Empire at the time, the coin's silver content and intricate design demonstrate the advanced craftsmanship and artistry of Roman coinage during this era.