MAXIMIANUS (A.D. 286-310)BRONZE ANTONINIANUSOF ANCIENT ROME
USD 500.00 USD
Specifications
| Denomination | Antoninianus |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Year | 286 AD |
| Era | Ancient |
| Ruler | Maximianus |
MAXIMIANUS (A.D. 286-310) BRONZE ANTONINIANUS OF ANCIENT ROME Called Herculius because of his supposed descent from Hercules. Diocletian gave him the title of Augustus, and he acted as co-emperor in the West. Together they subdued the invading barbarians Although he abdicated in 305with Diocletian. Maximianus still desired powef. At his son's request a year later, he returned to rule, But when Constantine the Great came to power, Maximinus foolsnhy claimed Constantine was dead and declared himself emperor. He was put to death. Page 2 Row2 2nd coin
