Magnentius Large AE2 — RIC VIII Arelate 135

Obverse

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Catalog Reference

RIC VIII Arelate 135

Ruler

Magnentius

Denomination

Large AE2

Date

350 AD-351 AD

Mint

Arelate

Metal

Bronze

Portrait Type

laureate

Obverse

D N MAGNENTIO - PERPETVO AVG

Bust of Magnentius, laureate, rosette-diademed, draped, cuirassed, right

Reverse

FELICITAS - REI PVBLICAE

Magnentius, draped, cuirassed, standing left, holding Victory on globe in right hand and standard in left hand

About This Type

This RIC VIII Arelate 135 is a large ae2 of Magnentius (350 AD-351 AD), struck at the Arelate mint. The reverse depicts Magnentius, draped, cuirassed, standing left, holding Victory on globe in right hand and standard in left hand.

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 Arelate Mint

Arelate (modern Arles, France) replaced the Lugdunum mint in the early fourth century and became one of the principal Western mints. Its mint mark typically includes AR or CON (Constantina).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is RIC VIII Arelate 135?: RIC VIII Arelate 135 is a Bronze Large AE2 of Magnentius (350 AD-351 AD) struck at the Arelate mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VIII Arelate 135.
How do you identify RIC VIII Arelate 135?: The obverse depicts Bust of Magnentius, laureate, rosette-diademed, draped, cuirassed, right with the inscription D N MAGNENTIO - PERPETVO AVG. The reverse depicts Magnentius, draped, cuirassed, standing left, holding Victory on globe in right hand and standard in left hand with the inscription FELICITAS - REI PVBLICAE. Portrait type: laureate.