Nummus - Galerius as Caesar Small head, short thick neck, MAXIMIANVS NOB CAES; GENIO POPVLI ROMANI; Londinium
| Bronze | 9.88 g | 28 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Maximian Herculius (Marcus Aurelius Valerius Maximianus) (286-305) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 300-305 |
| Value | Nummus / Follis (¼) |
| Currency | Argenteus, Reform of Diocletian (AD 293/301 – 310/324) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 9.88 g |
| Diameter | 28 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#373164 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Genius, wearing modius, nude, chlamys draped over left shoulder, standing left, holding patera in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand.
No mintmark.
Script: Latin
Lettering: GENIO POPV-LI ROMANI
Translation:
To the genius (guardian) of the Roman people.
London.
Edge
Plain
Comment
RIC 15 and RIC 21 are the same except for the bust style.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the image of Galerius, who was a powerful Roman emperor and caesar, but was also known for his humble origins. He was born in a small village in what is now modern-day Bulgaria and rose to power through his military prowess and political connections. Despite his humble beginnings, he was able to become one of the most powerful men in the Roman Empire, and his image on this coin is a testament to his enduring legacy.
