Magnentius Large AE2 — RIC VIII Amiens 28

Obverse

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Catalog Reference

RIC VIII Amiens 28

Ruler

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; ☧ above

About This Type

This RIC VIII Amiens 28 is a large ae2 of 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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is RIC VIII Amiens 28?: RIC VIII Amiens 28 is a Bronze Large AE2 of 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.