Nummus - Maximianus (cuirassed, small head; IMP MAXIMIANVS P F AVG; GENIO POPVLI ROMANI; Londinium) (300-305) front Nummus - Maximianus (cuirassed, small head; IMP MAXIMIANVS P F AVG; GENIO POPVLI ROMANI; Londinium) (300-305) back
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Nummus - Maximianus cuirassed, small head; IMP MAXIMIANVS P F AVG; GENIO POPVLI ROMANI; Londinium

 
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Description
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
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#371035
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

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the image of Emperor Maximianus, who was known for his military campaigns and his efforts to stabilize the Roman Empire during a period of political turmoil. Despite his achievements, he was eventually forced to abdicate and commit suicide after a rebellion led by his own soldiers. This coin, minted during his reign, serves as a reminder of his impact on Roman history.