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#306496 |
|---|---|
| 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 features an image of Hercules on the reverse side, which was a common motif on Roman coins during the 3rd century AD. Hercules was a popular figure in Roman mythology and was often associated with strength and courage, making him a fitting symbol for the Roman Empire. It's also worth noting that the coin was issued during the reign of Emperor Maximianus, who ruled the Roman Empire from 286 to 305 AD. Maximianus was known for his military campaigns and his efforts to stabilize the empire's economy, which had been struggling due to inflation and other issues. The coin's design and the choice of Hercules as a symbol may have been intended to convey the idea of strength and stability, which were key themes during Maximianus' reign.