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Title: ROMAN EMPIRE | MAXIMIAN BRONZE FOLLIS

Description: The Historical Narrative: Diocletian's Unified Vision. Struck during the revolutionary era of the Tetrarchy (the rule of four emperors), this large bronze Follis (or Nummus) represents one of the most significant monetary reforms in Roman history. Introduced by Diocletian and struck here under his co-emperor Maximian (Maximianus Herculius), this new denomination was designed to combat hyperinflation and unify a fractured empire. The standardized reverse—honoring the guiding spirit of the Roman people—served as universal propaganda, projecting stability and shared prosperity across all provinces. The Obverse: Features the laureate head of Maximian facing right. The portrait exhibits the deliberate, severe "Tetrarchic style"—characterized by a thick neck, close-cropped hair, and blocky, imposing facial features. This artistic shift deliberately eschewed individualized realism in favor of emphasizing the solid, unwavering authority of the imperial office. * The Reverse: Depicts the Genius standing left, wearing a modius (grain measure) on his head and a chlamys draped over his shoulder. He holds a patera (offering bowl) in his right hand and a cornucopia in his left. The surrounding legend, GENIO POPVLI ROMANI ("To the Genius of the Roman People"), was a direct appeal to the collective identity and resilience of the citizenry.

Date/Period: AD 294–305

Materials: Bronze

Dimensions: 26 mm

Reserve: $25.00

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