How do you identify RIC VIII Lugdunum 170?

The obverse depicts Bust of Magnentius, bareheaded, draped, cuirassed, right with the inscription D N MAGNEN-TIVS P F AVG. The reverse depicts ☧ flanked by A and ω with the inscription SALVS DD NN AVG ET CAES. Portrait type: draped.

Magnentius Small AE2 — RIC VIII Lugdunum 170

Obverse

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Catalog Reference

RIC VIII Lugdunum 170

Ruler

Magnentius

Denomination

Small AE2

Date

351 AD-353 AD

Mint

Lugdunum

Metal

Bronze

Portrait Type

draped

Obverse

D N MAGNEN-TIVS P F AVG

Bust of Magnentius, bareheaded, draped, cuirassed, right

Reverse

SALVS DD NN AVG ET CAES

☧ flanked by A and ω

About This Type

This RIC VIII Lugdunum 170 is a small ae2 of Magnentius (351 AD-353 AD), struck at the Lugdunum mint. The reverse depicts ☧ flanked by A and ω.

About the Small AE2

Small AE2 is a size classification for late Roman bronze coins at the lower end of the AE2 range, typically 21–22mm. These lighter pieces often represent a reduced weight standard late in a denomination's production cycle.

About the Lugdunum Mint

Lugdunum (modern Lyon, France) was the main western imperial mint from Augustus through the early second century. It was the sole mint for precious metal coinage for extended periods under Augustus and Tiberius.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is RIC VIII Lugdunum 170?: RIC VIII Lugdunum 170 is a Bronze Small AE2 of Magnentius (351 AD-353 AD) struck at the Lugdunum mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VIII Lugdunum 170.
How do you identify RIC VIII Lugdunum 170?: The obverse depicts Bust of Magnentius, bareheaded, draped, cuirassed, right with the inscription D N MAGNEN-TIVS P F AVG. The reverse depicts ☧ flanked by A and ω with the inscription SALVS DD NN AVG ET CAES. Portrait type: draped.