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Nummus - Maximinus II GENIO POPVLI ROMANI; Siscia
| Bronze | 1.52 g | 19.0 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Maximinus II (311-313) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 305-306 |
| Value | Nummus (1⁄7200) |
| Currency | Solidus, Reform of Constantine (AD 310/324 – 395) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 1.52 g |
| Diameter | 19.0 mm |
| Thickness | 1.3 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#225114 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 88% |
Reverse
Genius standing left, naked except for modius on head and chlamys over shoulder, holding patera and cornucopiae.
Mintmark in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering: GENIO POPVLI ROMANI
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this 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 individual liberty and the idea of Rome as a free republic, which were core values of Roman society during this time period. Additionally, the coin's design and imagery would have been carefully chosen to convey the message of Roman power and influence, as well as to promote the idea of a unified Roman Empire under the rule of Maximinus II.
