What is RIC VIII Aquileia 149?

RIC VIII Aquileia 149 is a Bronze Large AE2 of Magnentius (351 AD) struck at the Aquileia mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VIII Aquileia 149.

Magnentius Large AE2 — RIC VIII Aquileia 149

Obverse

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Catalog Reference

RIC VIII Aquileia 149

Ruler

Magnentius

Denomination

Large AE2

Date

351 AD

Mint

Aquileia

Metal

Bronze

Portrait Type

diademed

Obverse

D N CONSTAN-TIVS P F AVG

Bust of Constantius II, pearl-diademed, draped, cuirassed, left, holding globe in right hand; N behind bust

Reverse

FEL TEMP - REPARATIO

Constantius II, draped, cuirassed, standing left, holding standard with Chi-Rho on banner in right hand and resting left hand on shield; before him, two bound captives, kneeling facing, heads turned toward one another

About This Type

This RIC VIII Aquileia 149 is a large ae2 of Magnentius (351 AD), struck at the Aquileia mint. The reverse depicts Constantius II, draped, cuirassed, standing left, holding standard with Chi-Rho on banner in right hand and resting left hand on shield; before him, two bound captives, kneeling facing, heads turned toward one another.

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.

About the Aquileia Mint

Aquileia (in northeastern Italy) was a late Roman mint operating from the late third through the early fifth century. It served as a major logistical hub for the northern Italian frontier.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is RIC VIII Aquileia 149?: RIC VIII Aquileia 149 is a Bronze Large AE2 of Magnentius (351 AD) struck at the Aquileia mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VIII Aquileia 149.
How do you identify RIC VIII Aquileia 149?: The obverse depicts Bust of Constantius II, pearl-diademed, draped, cuirassed, left, holding globe in right hand; N behind bust with the inscription D N CONSTAN-TIVS P F AVG. The reverse depicts Constantius II, draped, cuirassed, standing left, holding standard with Chi-Rho on banner in right hand and resting left hand on shield; before him, two bound captives, kneeling facing, heads turned toward one another with the inscription FEL TEMP - REPARATIO. Portrait type: diademed.