Maximianus (Herculius), AE Follis, Carthage Mint, 299-303 AD – Carthago

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Roman Imperial, Maximianus (Herculius), 286-305 AD, AE Follis (bronze, 10.13g, 28.2mm), Carthage Mint, 299-303 AD
Obv: IMP MAXIMINVS P F AVG; laureate head of Maximinus II right
Rev: SALVIS AVGG ET CAESS FEL KART; Carthago standing facing, head left, holding fruits in both hands; B in exergue
Ref:  RIC VI 31b Rarity/Choice: Common, aVF (deposit and porous surface otherwise, nicely struck on broad flan)
Note: Maximianus, also known as Maximian, was a Roman emperor who co-ruled with Diocletian during the Tetrarchy, a system of joint rule established in AD 286. He was appointed as Caesar in AD 285 and elevated to Augustus in AD 286, alongside Diocletian. Maximianus’ rule primarily encompassed the western provinces of the Roman Empire, and he played a significant role in military campaigns and administrative reforms aimed at stabilizing the empire. TheFollis of Maximianus from Carthage is significant for its portrayal of imperial authority and the depiction of a provincial personification. The coin’s imagery reinforces Maximianus’ role as a capable ruler and emphasizes the prosperity and stability brought about by Roman governance in Africa Proconsularis. It serves not only as a medium of economic exchange but also as a powerful tool of prosperity and unity within the empire’s provinces, projecting imperial power and benevolence. The coin’s obverse portrays Maximianus as a strong and victorious leader, while the reverse underscores the importance of provincial loyalty and prosperity under Roman rule. This coin exemplifies the intersection of numismatics and imperial propaganda, illustrating the complexities of Roman governance and the emperor’s role as a symbol of unity and stability.

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