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© Michael C. Carlos Museum, Emory University
Coin of Maximian
© Michael C. Carlos Museum, Emory University
© Michael C. Carlos Museum, Emory University
© Michael C. Carlos Museum, Emory University
ClassificationsGreek and Roman Art

Coin of Maximian

Place FoundEl Jem, Tunisia, Africa
CultureRoman
PeriodImperial, reign of Maximian
Dateca. 303-307 CE
MediumCopper alloy
Credit LineGift of Dr. John H. Ridley
Dimensions13/16 in., 0.085 oz (2.1 cm, 2.4 g)
Object number1991.007.004
Label TextObverse: IMP MAXIMIANVS P F AVG (?), with radiate, draped and cuirassed bust of Maximian to right

Reverse: VOT • XXX AVGG (?) inscribed within laurel wreath
ProvenanceEx coll. John H. Ridley, Atlanta, Georgia, purchased El Jem, Tunisia, 1972.
Status
Not on view
Collections
  • Greek and Roman Art
Technical NotesDie Axis: 6