What is RIC VIII Aquileia 174?

RIC VIII Aquileia 174 is a Bronze Large AE2 of Magnentius (351 AD) struck at the Aquileia mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VIII Aquileia 174.

What are the physical specifications of RIC VIII Aquileia 174?

RIC VIII Aquileia 174 was struck in Bronze, standard weight 3.99g, diameter 22mm, die axis 6 h, struck.

Magnentius Large AE2 — RIC VIII Aquileia 174

Obverse

Reverse

Münzkabinett, Staatliche Museen zu Berlin

Catalog Reference

RIC VIII Aquileia 174

Ruler

Magnentius

Denomination

Large AE2

Date

351 AD

Mint

Aquileia

Metal

Bronze

Weight

3.99g

Diameter

22mm

Die Axis

6 h

Portrait Type

draped

Manufacturing

struck

Obverse

D N DECENTI-VS FORT CAES

Bust of Decentius, 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 174 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 3.99g, 22mm 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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is RIC VIII Aquileia 174?: RIC VIII Aquileia 174 is a Bronze Large AE2 of Magnentius (351 AD) struck at the Aquileia mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VIII Aquileia 174.
How do you identify RIC VIII Aquileia 174?: The obverse depicts Bust of Decentius, bareheaded, draped, cuirassed, right; A behind bust with the inscription D N DECENTI-VS FORT CAES. 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 174?: RIC VIII Aquileia 174 was struck in Bronze, standard weight 3.99g, diameter 22mm, die axis 6 h, struck.