Ancient Roman Follis – Emperor Galerius (c. AD 293–311) – GENIO POPVLI ROMANI Reverse – Antioch Mint

📝 Description:

🔹 Emperor: Galerius (Gaius Galerius Valerius Maximianus)
🔹 Reign: Caesar (AD 293305), Augustus (AD 305311)
🔹 Denomination: Follis
🔹 Weight: 6.90 grams
🔹 Mint: Antioch (mintmark likely ends in ANT)
🔹 Obverse: Laureate bust of Galerius facing right
🔹 Inscription: GAL VAL MAXIMIANVS NOB CAES
🔹 Reverse: Jupiter standing left, holding Victory on globe and scepter, eagle with wreath at feet
🔹 Reverse Inscription: GENIO POPVLI ROMANI (Genius of the Roman People)

🧾 Condition:

• Strong strike and visible inscriptions on both sides

• Some natural patina consistent with age

• Excellent example of Diocletian-era monetary reform coinage

• Supplied in an archival display holder for preservation and presentation

  📜 Collectors Note:

  This post-reform Roman follis celebrates the reign of Galerius, a key figure in the Tetrarchy Romes attempt to stabilize the empire through shared power. The depiction of Jupiter and the GENIO POPVLI ROMANI inscription reflect the imperial propaganda of strength and divine favor.

  An ideal acquisition for collectors of early Roman imperial coinage or tetrarchic-era pieces.