Licinius I AE Follis Silvered Trier Mint Genius Rare AD 316 Authentic Ancient Roman Coin

Header block:
Emperor: Licinius I
Denomination: Silvered AE Follis
Mint: Trier
Date: AD 316
Reference: (GENIO POP ROM type with T F and PTR mintmark)
Size: 23 mm
Weight: 4.05 g

Obverse:
IMP LICINIVS P F AVG – Imperator Licinius Dutiful and Fortunate Augustus. Laureate and cuirassed bust right with exceptionally sharp detail and complete original silvering.

Reverse:
GENIO POP ROM – To the Genius of the Roman People. Genius standing left holding patera and cornucopia symbolizing divine blessing and abundance. Control marks T F in fields and mintmark PTR in exergue.

Description:
Struck at Trier during the tense political balance between Licinius and Constantine this issue honors the protective spirit of the Roman people. The Genius type emphasizes stability prosperity and traditional Roman virtues during a period of civil rivalry. Trier produced some of the finest silvered folles of the early 4th century and high grade specimens with full silver wash are scarce survivors of this transitional monetary phase.

Condition:
Practically uncirculated with full original silvering and exceptional detail a rare and superb example of this Licinius issue. Genuine ancient Roman coin with lifetime authenticity guarantee.

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