Magnentius Large AE2
RIC VIII Amiens 44 · 350 AD-353 AD · Ambianum
Obverse
Reverse
Seminar für Alte Geschichte, Universität Freiburg
Obverse
D N MAGNEN-TIVS P F AVG
Bust of Magnentius, bareheaded, draped, cuirassed, right
Reverse
SALVS DD NN AVG ET CAES
☧ flanked by A and ω
About This Type
This RIC VIII Amiens 44 is a large ae2 of Magnentius (350 AD-353 AD), struck at the Ambianum mint. The reverse depicts ☧ flanked by A and ω. Struck in bronze at a standard weight of 6.73g, 28mm diameter.
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 44?
- RIC VIII Amiens 44 is a Bronze Large AE2 of Magnentius (350 AD-353 AD) struck at the Ambianum mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VIII Amiens 44.
- How do you identify RIC VIII Amiens 44?
- The obverse depicts Bust of Magnentius, bareheaded, draped, cuirassed, right with the inscription D N MAGNEN-TIVS P F AVG. The reverse depicts ☧ flanked by A and ω with the inscription SALVS DD NN AVG ET CAES. Portrait type: draped.
- What are the physical specifications of RIC VIII Amiens 44?
- RIC VIII Amiens 44 was struck in Bronze, standard weight 6.73g, diameter 28mm, die axis 7 h, struck.
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