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Aureus - Maximianus I Herculius XX MAXI MIAN I AVG; Nicomedia
| Gold | 5.36 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 | 303-304 |
| Value | Aureus (10) |
| Currency | Argenteus, Reform of Diocletian (AD 293/301 – 310/324) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 5.36 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#388189 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Inscription in five lines in laurel wreath.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
XX
MAXI
MIAN
I AVG
SMN
Unabridged legend:
XX
MAXIMIANI
AVG
SMN
Translation:
20
Maximianus emperor
Comment
Weight varies from 5.26g-5.36g
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the image of Emperor Maximianus I Herculius on one side, while the other side bears the image of the Roman goddess Roma. This coin was minted during a time of significant political and military upheaval in the Roman Empire, and its design reflects the propaganda efforts of the ruling regime to promote the idea of Roman strength and power. Despite being made of gold, this coin was widely circulated among the general population, highlighting the wealth and prosperity of the Roman Empire during this period.
