MAXIMIAN, A.D. 286-310. AR Argenteus (2.77 gms), Siscia Mint, A.D. 294. NGC MS★, Strike: 5/5 Surface: 5/5.RIC-32b; RSC 625†. Obverse: MAXIMIANVS AVG, laureate head right; Reverse: VIRTVS MILITVM, tetrarchs sacrificing over tripod before city enclosure with eight turrets. Undoubtedly one of the finest examples of the type which one could ever hope to encounter, this exquisite specimen features a steel gray tone and tremendous radiance, along with a particularly impressive and enticing peripheral cobalt and magenta nature on the reverse. A majestic piece worthy of the most advanced ancient cabinets.Ex: Leu 86 (5/2003) Lot # 970.
