Magnentius Large AE2 — RIC VIII Arelate 157

Obverse

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Catalog Reference

RIC VIII Arelate 157

Ruler

Magnentius

Denomination

Large AE2

Date

350 AD-351 AD

Mint

Arelate

Metal

Bronze

Portrait Type

draped

Obverse

D N MAGNEN-TIVS P F AVG

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

Reverse

GLORIA ROMANORVM

Constantius II, draped, cuirassed, galloping right, spearing kneeling barbarian with outstretched arms with right hand; below horse, shield and broken spear; star in right field

About This Type

This RIC VIII Arelate 157 is a large ae2 of Magnentius (350 AD-351 AD), struck at the Arelate mint. The reverse depicts Constantius II, draped, cuirassed, galloping right, spearing kneeling barbarian with outstretched arms with right hand; below horse, shield and broken spear; star in right field.

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 157?: RIC VIII Arelate 157 is a Bronze Large AE2 of Magnentius (350 AD-351 AD) struck at the Arelate mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VIII Arelate 157.
How do you identify RIC VIII Arelate 157?: 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 Constantius II, draped, cuirassed, galloping right, spearing kneeling barbarian with outstretched arms with right hand; below horse, shield and broken spear; star in right field with the inscription GLORIA ROMANORVM. Portrait type: draped.