Magnentius Large AE2 — RIC VIII Arelate 170

Obverse

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Catalog Reference

RIC VIII Arelate 170

Ruler

Magnentius

Denomination

Large AE2

Date

351 AD-353 AD

Mint

Arelate

Metal

Bronze

Portrait Type

cuirassed

Obverse

D N DECENTI-VS CAESAR

Bust of Decentius, bareheaded, 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/MVL/X

About This Type

This RIC VIII Arelate 170 is a large ae2 of Magnentius (351 AD-353 AD), struck at the Arelate mint. The reverse depicts Two Victories, winged, draped, facing each other, holding between them a wreath inscribed VOT/V/MVL/X.

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 170?: RIC VIII Arelate 170 is a Bronze Large AE2 of Magnentius (351 AD-353 AD) struck at the Arelate mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VIII Arelate 170.
How do you identify RIC VIII Arelate 170?: The obverse depicts Bust of Decentius, bareheaded, cuirassed, right; A behind bust with the inscription D N DECENTI-VS CAESAR. The reverse depicts Two Victories, winged, draped, facing each other, holding between them a wreath inscribed VOT/V/MVL/X with the inscription VICTORIAE DD NN AVG ET CAES. Portrait type: cuirassed.