Decentius Large AE2, Two Victories reverse
RIC VIII Amiens 28 · 350 AD-353 AD · Ambianum · Issued under Magnentius
Obverse
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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; ☧ above
About This Type
This RIC VIII Amiens 28 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; ☧ above.
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 28?
- RIC VIII Amiens 28 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 28.
- How do you identify RIC VIII Amiens 28?
- 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; ☧ above with the inscription VICTORIAE DD NN AVG ET CAE. Portrait type: cuirassed.
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