Description
Ancient Roman Coin – Galerius AE Follis – Carthage Mint (AD 299–303)
An example of late Roman bronze coinage, this Galerius AE Follis was struck at the important North African mint of Carthage during the reign of Emperor Galerius.
Description
- Emperor: Galerius (AD 305–311)
- Denomination: AE Follis (bronze)
- Date: AD 299–303
- Mint: Carthage
- Reference: RIC VI Carthage 32b
- Mintmark: Officina (as struck)
Obverse
- Laureate head of Galerius facing right
- Large head type, a distinctive style of this issue
- Imperial portrait with strong late tetrarchic features
Reverse
- Personification of Carthage standing left
- Holding fruit in both hands, symbolising abundance and prosperity
- A classic reverse type celebrating the importance of the Carthage mint and province
Specifications
- Diameter: 26mm
- Weight: 7.8g
- Material: Bronze (AE)
