Galerius; AE Radiate, Heraclea; emperor with Jupiter
Description:
Galerius (Caesar: 293 - 305 AD). AE Radiate, Heraclea mint 295-296 AD. GAL VAL MAXIMIANVS NOB CAES; radiate, draped and cuirassed / CONCORDIA MILITVM; Jupiter presents Victory on a globe to emperor, HΔ in middle field.
Diameter:
AE20 mm
Weight:
3,18 g
Grade:
gVF/gVF
Attribution:
RIC VI 16 Δ
Commentary:
dark brown-grey patina, reverse slightly off center
History:
In 295 or 296 AD Sassanids invaded Roman Empire and initially defeated Gallerius taking Carrhae.
Article Number:
041-03-05-44710