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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Argenteus - Maximian VIRTVS MILITVM; Siscia
| Silver | 3.39 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Maximian Herculius (Marcus Aurelius Valerius Maximianus) (286-305) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 294-295 |
| Value | Argenteus (1) |
| Currency | Argenteus, Reform of Diocletian (AD 293/301 – 310/324) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.39 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#384412 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Diocletian, Maximian, Constantius Chlorus, and Galerius, draped, sacrificing over tripod; behind, archway in an eight-turreted enclosure.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VIRTVS M-ILITVM
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of the Roman goddess Victory (VIRTVS MILITVM) on the reverse side, which symbolizes the military prowess and power of the Roman Empire during the reign of Emperor Maximian.
