RIC VIII Aquileia 170 Magnentius obverse — Bust of Magnentius, bareheaded, draped, cuirassed, right; A behind bust Obverse
RIC VIII Aquileia 170 Magnentius reverse — Two Victories, winged, draped, facing each other, holding between them a wreath... Reverse

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Catalog Reference
RIC VIII Aquileia 170
Ruler
Magnentius
Denomination
Large AE2
Date
351 AD
Mint
Aquileia
Metal
Bronze
Weight
3.84g
Diameter
24mm
Die Axis
6 h
Portrait Type
draped
Manufacturing
struck

Obverse

D N MAGNEN-TIVS P F AVG

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

Reverse

VICTORIAE DD NN AVG ET CAES

Two Victories, winged, draped, facing each other, holding between them a wreath inscribed VOT/V/MVLT/X

About This Type

This RIC VIII Aquileia 170 is a large ae2 of Magnentius (351 AD), struck at the Aquileia mint. The reverse depicts Two Victories, winged, draped, facing each other, holding between them a wreath inscribed VOT/V/MVLT/X. Struck in bronze at a standard weight of 3.84g, 24mm 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.

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.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is RIC VIII Aquileia 170?
RIC VIII Aquileia 170 is a Bronze Large AE2 of Magnentius (351 AD) struck at the Aquileia mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VIII Aquileia 170.
How do you identify RIC VIII Aquileia 170?
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 Two Victories, winged, draped, facing each other, holding between them a wreath inscribed VOT/V/MVLT/X with the inscription VICTORIAE DD NN AVG ET CAES. Portrait type: draped.
What are the physical specifications of RIC VIII Aquileia 170?
RIC VIII Aquileia 170 was struck in Bronze, standard weight 3.84g, diameter 24mm, die axis 6 h, struck.

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