Antoninianus - Maximianus PRIMIS X MVLTIS XX; Hercules
| Silver | 3.8 g | 23 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 | 293-295 |
| Value | Antoninianus (1) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.8 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#306495 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Hercules, standing right, holding club in right hand and bow and lion's skin in right hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
PRIMIS X MVLTIS XX
-/-//XXIA
Translation:
Primis Decennalibus Multis Vicennalibus.
The first decade of many double decades.
Comment
Mass varies: 3.65–4.1 g;Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus - Maximianus coin featuring Hercules was part of a series of coins issued during the reign of Emperor Maximian (286-305 AD) to promote the Roman Empire's military prowess and ideals. The image of Hercules on the coin was meant to symbolize the empire's strength and power, as Hercules was considered a legendary hero in Roman mythology. The coin's design also includes the inscription "PRIMIS X MVLTIS XX," which translates to "First among many," highlighting the empire's dominance and influence.
