Coin

About this object

History of use

Coin during Roman Empire; Nummus (denomination); Emperor Maximinus. Minted in Cyzicus (present day Belkis).

Physical description

'Nummus' coin of Maximinus. Obverse: Draped bust of Maximinus, right facing, laureate. Reverse: Genius standing left facing, holding wreath and cornucopia; star in the field.

 

Categories

Currencies Metalwork

Materials

Silver alloy metal

Date Made

C. 307

Date Acquired

Jun 1957

How Acquired

Donated

Credit Line

The Sid Leary Memorial Collection

Measurements

Overall: .1 x 2.7 cm

Object Number

2189/180