temp. Maximinus II. ‘Persecution’ issue. Antioch mint, 8th officina

Roman Imperial, temp. Maximinus II. AD 310-313. ‘Persecution’ issue. AE Follis (bronze, 1.6g, 15mm). Antioch mint, 8th officina. Struck AD 310-313

Obv: Tyche seated facing; river-god Orontes swimming below

Rev: Apollo standing left, holding patera and lyre; H to right and SMA in exergue

Ref: McAlee 170j

Rarity/Choice: Scarce in this condition, VF (beautiful earthen highlights)

Note: This issue reflects the final phase of the Tetrarchic period, marked by political rivalry and religious tension in the eastern provinces. Maximinus II is particularly associated with continued opposition to Christianity, in contrast to the policies of Constantine the Great and Licinius. This era represents a turning point just before the Edict of Milan, which would transform the religious and political landscape of the empire.