© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Antoninianus - Maximianus CONCORDIA MILITVM
| Silver | 3.7 g | 21.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Maximian Herculius (Marcus Aurelius Valerius Maximianus) (286-305) Diocletian (Gaius Aurelius Valerius Diocletianus) (284-305) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 293-294 |
| Value | Antoninianus (1) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.7 g |
| Diameter | 21.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#306654 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 83% |
Reverse
Maximian, draped, cuirassed, standing right, holding parazonium in right hand and receiving Victory on globe from Jupiter; Jupiter, standing left, holding sceptre.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
CONCORDIA MILITVM
A//XXI
Unabridged legend: Concordia Militum
Translation: Harmony with the soldiers
Comment
RIC describes the legend erroneously by including VAL in it, while his own illustrations (plate XII, #8 and #9) show that this type does not include the mention VAL.Interesting fact
The Antoninianus - Maximianus coin features an image of the Roman goddess Concordia on the reverse side, which represents harmony and unity among the Roman military. This image was a common feature on coins during the reign of Emperor Maximian, who ruled the Roman Empire from 286 to 305 AD. The coin's design was meant to promote the idea of unity and cooperation among the Roman military, which was crucial for the empire's success and stability during that time.
