EGYPT, Alexandria. Maximianus. AD 290/291

Roman Provincial. EGYPT, Alexandria. Maximianus. First reign, AD 286-305. Potin Tetradrachm (bronze, 8.1g, 19mm). Dated RY 6 (AD 290/291)

Obv: Laureate, draped, and cuirassed bust of Maximianus right, seen from behind

Rev: Nike advancing right, holding wreath and palm frond over shoulder, star to right; L S (date) in fields

Ref: Emmett 4147.5; K&G 120.51

Note: Scarce with star to right; VF (NICELY CENTERED). This issue reflects the period of the Tetrarchy established by Diocletian. This system divided imperial authority among multiple rulers to better manage the empire’s vast territories and ongoing military crises. It represents a phase of reorganization and stabilization following the Crisis of the Third Century, with strengthened frontiers and more structured governance across the empire.