What is RIC VIII Aquileia 150?

RIC VIII Aquileia 150 is a Bronze Large AE2 of Magnentius (351 AD) struck at the Aquileia mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VIII Aquileia 150.

Magnentius Large AE2 — RIC VIII Aquileia 150

Obverse

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Catalog Reference

RIC VIII Aquileia 150

Ruler

Magnentius

Denomination

Large AE2

Date

351 AD

Mint

Aquileia

Metal

Bronze

Portrait Type

draped

Obverse

D N MAGNEN-TIVS P F AVG

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

Reverse

GLORIA RO-MANORVM

Soldier, helmeted, draped, cuirassed, walking right, head left, dragging captive with right hand and holding bow and spear in left hand; captive holding out hands in supplication

About This Type

This RIC VIII Aquileia 150 is a large ae2 of Magnentius (351 AD), struck at the Aquileia mint. The reverse depicts Soldier, helmeted, draped, cuirassed, walking right, head left, dragging captive with right hand and holding bow and spear in left hand; captive holding out hands in supplication.

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 150?: RIC VIII Aquileia 150 is a Bronze Large AE2 of Magnentius (351 AD) struck at the Aquileia mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VIII Aquileia 150.
How do you identify RIC VIII Aquileia 150?: The obverse depicts Bust of Magnentius, bareheaded, draped, cuirassed, right; N behind bust with the inscription D N MAGNEN-TIVS P F AVG. The reverse depicts Soldier, helmeted, draped, cuirassed, walking right, head left, dragging captive with right hand and holding bow and spear in left hand; captive holding out hands in supplication with the inscription GLORIA RO-MANORVM. Portrait type: draped.