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Follis - Maxentius CONSERV URBSVAE
307 yearBronze | 6.5 g | 25 mm |
Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
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Emperor | Maxentius (306-312) |
Type | Standard circulation coin |
Year | 307 |
Value | Nummus / Follis (¼) |
Currency | Argenteus, Reform of Diocletian (AD 293/301 – 310/324) |
Composition | Bronze |
Weight | 6.5 g |
Diameter | 25 mm |
Shape | Round (irregular) |
Technique | Hammered |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-05 |
Numista | N#40812 |
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Rarity index | 87% |
Reverse
Rome, seated head to the left, in a hexastyle temple, holding a globe and a scepter. Crown on the pediment of the temple and statues at the two corners.
Script: Latin
Lettering: CONSERV VRBSVAE
Edge
Rough
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Follis - Maxentius (CONSERV URBSVAE) coin is that it features a rare reverse design, depicting the goddess Roma seated on a cuirass, holding a spear and a shield. This design was only used during the reign of Maxentius (306-312 AD), making it a unique and valuable addition to any collection of Roman coins.