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Follis - Maximien Hercule GENIO POPVLI ROMANI, Lyon
| Bronze | 10.4 g | 26 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Maximian Herculius (Marcus Aurelius Valerius Maximianus) (286-305) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 301-303 |
| Value | Nummus / Follis (¼) |
| Currency | Argenteus, Reform of Diocletian (AD 293/301 – 310/324) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 10.4 g |
| Diameter | 26 mm |
| Thickness | 2 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#270724 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Genius deb. l., wearing modius, holding patera above altar and cornucopia
Script: Latin
Lettering: GENIO POP-VLI ROMANI
Translation: GENIO POPVLI ROMANI
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Maximian Hercules, who was a prominent Roman general and co-emperor with Diocletian. The coin was minted during his reign (301-303 AD) and features an inscription in Latin, "GENIO POPVLI ROMANI," which translates to "to the guardian spirit of the Roman people." This coin is a rare example of Roman currency that has survived the test of time and provides valuable insight into the economic and political systems of the Roman Empire during the 4th century.
