Fraction - Galerius (CONCORDIA MILITVM; Alexandria) (305-306) front Fraction - Galerius (CONCORDIA MILITVM; Alexandria) (305-306) back
Fraction - Galerius (CONCORDIA MILITVM; Alexandria) (305-306) photo
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Fraction - Galerius CONCORDIA MILITVM; Alexandria

 
Bronze 3.0 g 20.0 mm
Description
Issuer
Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD)
Emperor
Maximinus II (311-313)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
305-306
Value
Radiate (1⁄20)
Currency
Argenteus, Reform of Diocletian (AD 293/301 – 310/324)
Composition
Bronze
Weight
3.0 g
Diameter
20.0 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#412518
Rarity index
93%

Reverse

Galerius, draped, cuirassed, standing right, receiving small Victory on globe from Jupiter; Jupiter, standing left, leaning on sceptre.
Offcina in centre field.
Mintmark in exergue.

Scripts: Greek, Latin

Lettering:
CONCORDIA M-ILITVM or
CONCORDIA MI-LITVM or
CONCORDIA MIL-ITVM or
CONCORDIA MILI-TVM

Translation: [Dedicated to] harmony with the soldiers.

Comment

Post-Reform Radiate.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of the Roman goddess Concordia on one side, which symbolizes unity and harmony among the military. This suggests that the coin was minted during a time when the Roman Empire was emphasizing the importance of military unity and cooperation. Additionally, the fact that it was made of bronze and weighs 3.0 grams suggests that it was a widely circulating coin that was used for everyday transactions.