Magnentius Large AE2, Magnentius reverse
RIC VIII Amiens 4 · 350 AD-353 AD · Ambianum
Obverse
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Obverse
D N MAGNEN-TIVS P F AVG
Bust of Magnentius, bareheaded, draped, cuirassed, right
Reverse
GLORIA ROMANORVM
Magnentius, draped, cuirassed, galloping right, spearing barbarian kneeling in front of 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 4 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 in front of 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is RIC VIII Amiens 4?
- RIC VIII Amiens 4 is a Bronze Large AE2 of Magnentius (350 AD-353 AD) struck at the Ambianum mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VIII Amiens 4.
- How do you identify RIC VIII Amiens 4?
- The obverse depicts Bust of Magnentius, bareheaded, draped, cuirassed, right with the inscription D N MAGNEN-TIVS P F AVG. The reverse depicts Magnentius, draped, cuirassed, galloping right, spearing barbarian kneeling in front of 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.
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