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Aureus - Maximian HERCVLI DEBELLAT; Rome
| Gold | 5.18 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Maximian Herculius (Marcus Aurelius Valerius Maximianus) (286-305) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 293-294 |
| Value | Aureus (25⁄2) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 5.18 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#375659 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Hercules, nude, standing facing, turned right, battling the Lernaean Hydra, club in upraised right hand and preparing to strike one of the hydra's heads grasped with his left hand, its serpentine body wrapped about his left leg, mintmark in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
HERCVLI-DEBELLAT
P ROM
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Aureus - Maximian (HERCVLI DEBELLAT; Rome) coin is that it features the first Roman emperor to be depicted with a beard, which was a departure from the traditional clean-shaven image of Roman emperors. This coin was issued during the reign of Emperor Maximian (286-305 AD), who was known for his military campaigns and his efforts to stabilize the Roman Empire. The coin's design, which includes a bearded Maximian on one side and a depiction of Hercules on the other, reflects the emperor's desire to project a strong and powerful image, both at home and abroad.
