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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Nummus - Maximian GENIO POPVLI ROMANI; Thessalonica
| Bronze | 10 g | 27 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Diocletian (Gaius Aurelius Valerius Diocletianus) (284-305) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 298-299 |
| Value | Nummus / Follis (¼) |
| Currency | Argenteus, Reform of Diocletian (AD 293/301 – 310/324) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 10 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#376816 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Genius, wearing modius, nude, chlamys draped over left shoulder, standing left, pouring liquid from patera in right hand and holding cornucopiae in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
GENIO POPV-LI ROMANI or
GENIO POPV-L-I ROMANI
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Nummus - Maximian coin is that it features the image of the Roman goddess Libertas, who represents freedom, on its reverse side. This is significant because it highlights the importance of liberty and freedom in Roman culture and society during the time of Maximian's reign. Additionally, the coin's design and imagery reflect the political and cultural influences of the Roman Empire during this period, making it a valuable historical artifact and a fascinating piece of numismatic history.
