© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Nummus - Maximianus PROVIDENTIA DEORVM QVIES AVGG; Aquileia
| Bronze | 9.2 g | 26.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Constantius I Chlorus (Flavius Valerius Constantius) (305-306) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 305-306 |
| Value | Nummus / Follis (¼) |
| Currency | Argenteus, Reform of Diocletian (AD 293/301 – 310/324) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 9.2 g |
| Diameter | 26.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#427711 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Providentia, draped, standing right, extending right hand to Quies; Quies, draped, standing left, holding branch in right hand and leaning on sceptre with left hand; S in left field and F right field.
mintmark in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PROVIDENTIA DEORVM QVIES AVGG
Unabridged legend: Providentia Deorum Quies Augustorum
Translation: Divine providence the rest of the Augusti
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the image of a Roman Emperor, Maximianus, who ruled the Roman Empire from 286 to 305 AD, on one side, and the goddess Providentia on the other. Providentia was the goddess of foresight and forward planning, and her presence on the coin may suggest that the Roman Empire was emphasizing the importance of careful planning and preparation during this time period. Additionally, the coin's inscription, "PROVIDENTIA DEORVM QVIES AVGG," can be translated to "The peace of the gods through the foresight of the emperors," further highlighting the theme of providence and planning.
