Galerius (AD 305–311) Roman Empire BI Nummus NGC XF

Galerius — Coinage of AD 305–311

This billon BI Nummus was issued for Galerius during AD 305–311 and belongs to the coinage of Roman Empire.

Coin Details

• Ruler: Galerius
• Date: AD 305–311
• Empire/region: Roman Empire
• Denomination: BI Nummus
• Metal: Billon
• NGC grade: XF — Extremely Fine (Sheldon scale equivalent 40)

Historical Context

Galerius served as Caesar from AD 293 and became Augustus in AD 305 within the Tetrarchic system. A major victory over the Sasanian Empire strengthened Rome’s eastern frontier and his political standing.

He was a leading figure in the persecution of Christians begun under Diocletian, but shortly before his death in AD 311 he issued an edict ending the persecution and permitting Christian worship.

What This Coin Tells Us

Ancient coins combined everyday monetary use with official communication. Portraits, titles and reverse types expressed authority, religious ideas, military success and the legitimacy of the ruling house.

As an archaeological and historical object, this coin offers a tangible connection to the people, institutions and economic life of its period. Individual examples naturally vary in strike, centering, wear, patina and surviving detail.

What You Will Receive

One NGC-encapsulated BI Nummus of the stated type and grade is supplied per purchase.

Stock-photo notice: The photographs are representative of the product offering. The coin supplied may differ from the pictured example in portrait style, reverse design, inscriptions, centering, toning, surface appearance and other individual characteristics while remaining within the stated coin type and any expressly stated grade.