Catalog Reference
RIC VIII Amiens 12
Ruler
Decentius
Issued under
Magnentius
Denomination
Large AE2
Date
350 AD-353 AD
Mint
Ambianum
Metal
Bronze
Portrait Type
cuirassed

Obverse

D N DECENTIVS NOB CAES

Bust of Decentius, bareheaded, cuirassed, right

Reverse

VICTORIAE DD NN AVG ET CAE

Two Victories, winged, draped, facing each other, holding between them a wreath inscribed VOT/V/MVLT/X

About This Type

This RIC VIII Amiens 12 is a large ae2 of Decentius, issued under Magnentius (350 AD-353 AD), struck at the Ambianum mint. The reverse depicts Two Victories, winged, draped, facing each other, holding between them a wreath inscribed VOT/V/MVLT/X.

About the Large AE2

Large AE2 is a size classification for late Roman bronze coins at the upper end of the AE2 range, typically 23–25mm. These heavier pieces often date to the earlier years of a weight standard before the usual reduction over time.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is RIC VIII Amiens 12?
RIC VIII Amiens 12 is a Bronze Large AE2 of Decentius issued under Magnentius (350 AD-353 AD) struck at the Ambianum mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VIII Amiens 12.
How do you identify RIC VIII Amiens 12?
The obverse depicts Bust of Decentius, bareheaded, cuirassed, right with the inscription D N DECENTIVS NOB CAES. The reverse depicts Two Victories, winged, draped, facing each other, holding between them a wreath inscribed VOT/V/MVLT/X with the inscription VICTORIAE DD NN AVG ET CAE. Portrait type: cuirassed.

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