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Nummus - Maximinus II GENIO POPVLI ROMANI; Rome
| Bronze | 4.73 g | 23.60 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Maximinus II (311-313) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 312-313 |
| Value | Nummus / Follis (¼) |
| Currency | Argenteus, Reform of Diocletian (AD 293/301 – 310/324) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 4.73 g |
| Diameter | 23.60 mm |
| Thickness | 1.90 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#155821 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Genius standing, holding patera and cornucopiae.
Mintmark in exergue
Script: Latin
Lettering: GENIO POPVLI ROMANI
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Nummus - Maximinus II coin is that it features the image of the Roman goddess Libertas, who represents freedom and liberty, on its reverse side. This is significant because it highlights the importance of individual freedom and the idea of Rome as a symbol of liberation, which were key values in ancient Roman culture.
