Nummus - Galerius IMP MAXIMIANVS P F IN AVG; GENIO POP ROM, PLN; Londinium
307 year| Bronze | 7.74 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Constantine I (Flavius Valerius Constantinus) (306-337) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 307 |
| Value | Nummus / Follis (¼) |
| Currency | Argenteus, Reform of Diocletian (AD 293/301 – 310/324) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 7.74 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#373179 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Genius, wearing modius, draped, standing left, holding patera in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand.
London mintmark.
Script: Latin
Lettering: GENIO - POP ROM
Unabridged legend: Genio Populi Romani
Translation: To the genius (guardian) of the Roman people.
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the image of Emperor Galerius, who was known for his military campaigns against the Persians and his efforts to restore the Roman Empire's economy and military strength. Despite his achievements, he was also known for his brutal persecution of Christians, which made him a controversial figure in history.