© Cristiano Becker
© Cristiano Becker
Tetradrachm - Maximianus
| Potin | 6.7 g | 17.1 mm |
| Issuer | Alexandria (Egypt) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Diocletian (Gaius Aurelius Valerius Diocletianus) (284-305) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 288-289 |
| Value | Tetradrachm (4) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Potin |
| Weight | 6.7 g |
| Diameter | 17.1 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#401481 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Nike advancing right holding palm & wreath, star in right field.
Script: Greek
Lettering: L-A
Interesting fact
The Tetradrachm - Maximianus (288-289) from Alexandria (Egypt) made of Potin weighing 6.7 g is a rare coin that features the image of the Roman Emperor Maximianus on one side and the goddess Isis on the other. This coin was minted during a time when the Roman Empire was facing economic challenges, and the use of a cheaper metal like Potin was a way to reduce the cost of production. Despite its lower value, this coin is still highly sought after by collectors today due to its historical significance and rarity.
