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Nummus: CM.169-2017

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Maker(s)

Ruler: Maximian (AD 286-305)
Issuer: officina S
Mint: Rome

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Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Given (2017-04-24) by Buttrey, T.V., Prof.

Dating

300 - 301

Components of the work

Object composed of bronze Diameter 28.46 mm Die Axis 160 degrees Weight 12.39 g

Inscription or legends present

Inscription present: Laureate head, right.

  • Text: IMP C MAXIMIANVS P F AVG
  • Location: Reverse
  • Type: Design

Inscription present: obverse

  • Text: SACRA MON VRB AVGG ET CAESS NOSTR. Mintmark: -/-//S(club)
  • Type: Design

Inscription present: Moneta, standing facing left, holding cornucopia and scales.

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Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.169-2017
Primary reference Number: 241332
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Audit data

Created: Thursday 16 July 2020 Updated: Wednesday 21 July 2021 Last processed: Friday 8 December 2023

Associated departments & institutions

Owner or interested party: The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department: Coins and Medals

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