Lot 4613
Galerius, as Augustus, AD 305-311. Silver Argenteus (3.46g) minted at Trier, ca. AD 306-307. Laureate head of Galerius right. Reverse: Campgate with four turrets, doors thrown open, "horseshoe" crescent, open-end upwards; flanked by two stars above archway; PTR in exergue. RIC 63; Sear 14495. Very Rare. A superb example with magnificent iridescent toning. Nearly Mint State.
The production of silver coinage was drastically reduced following the abdications of Diocletian and Maximianus in AD 305, thus the Argentii of Galerius as Augustus are quite rare.
Estimated Value $5,000 - 7,500.
Ex Guermantes Collection (Bank Leu 86) 5 May 2003, lot 978.
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