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coin
Object Type
coin
Museum number
1921,1120.55
Description
Copper alloy coin.
(whole)
Head of Maximus, r.
(obverse)
Head of Pallas, r.
(reverse)
State
Associated with:
Roman Empire
Ancient Greece and Rome: Roman Empire
Authority
Ruler:
Maximus
Cultures/periods
Roman Provincial
Production date
235-238
Production place
Minted in:
Cius-Prusias ad Mare
Materials
copper alloy
Dimensions
Die-axis:
2 o'clock
Weight:
2.690 grammes
$Inscriptions
Location
Not on display
Subjects
classical deity
Associated names
Named in inscription & portrayed:
Maximus
Representation of:
Athena/Minerva
Acquisition date
1921
Department
Coins and Medals
Registration number
1921,1120.55