Magnentius Large AE2 — RIC VIII Amiens 3

Obverse

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Catalog Reference

RIC VIII Amiens 3

Ruler

Magnentius

Denomination

Large AE2

Date

350 AD-353 AD

Mint

Ambianum

Metal

Bronze

Portrait Type

draped

Obverse

D N MAGNEN-TIVS P F AVG

Bust of Magnentius, bareheaded, draped, cuirassed, right; A behind bust

Reverse

GLORIA ROMANORVM

Magnentius, draped, cuirassed, galloping right, spearing barbarian kneeling below horse with outstretched arms with right hand and holding shield on left arm; below horse, shield and broken spear

About This Type

This RIC VIII Amiens 3 is a large ae2 of Magnentius (350 AD-353 AD), struck at the Ambianum mint. The reverse depicts Magnentius, draped, cuirassed, galloping right, spearing barbarian kneeling below horse with outstretched arms with right hand and holding shield on left arm; below horse, shield and broken spear.

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 3?: RIC VIII Amiens 3 is a Bronze Large AE2 of Magnentius (350 AD-353 AD) struck at the Ambianum mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VIII Amiens 3.
How do you identify RIC VIII Amiens 3?: The obverse depicts Bust of Magnentius, bareheaded, draped, cuirassed, right; A behind bust with the inscription D N MAGNEN-TIVS P F AVG. The reverse depicts Magnentius, draped, cuirassed, galloping right, spearing barbarian kneeling below horse with outstretched arms with right hand and holding shield on left arm; below horse, shield and broken spear with the inscription GLORIA ROMANORVM. Portrait type: draped.