Nepotian Large AE2, Roma reverse
RIC VIII Rome 202 · 350 AD · Rome · Issued under Magnentius
Obverse
Reverse
Münzkabinett, Staatliche Museen zu Berlin
Obverse
FL POP NEPOT-IANVS P F AVG
Bust of Nepotian, bareheaded, draped, cuirassed, right
Reverse
VRBS - ROMA
Roma, helmeted, draped, seated left on throne, holding Victory on globe in right hand and spear in left hand; beside her, shield
About This Type
This RIC VIII Rome 202 is a large ae2 of Nepotian, issued under Magnentius (350 AD), struck at the Rome mint. The reverse depicts Roma, helmeted, draped, seated left on throne, holding Victory on globe in right hand and spear in left hand; beside her, shield. Struck in bronze at a standard weight of 6.03g, 25mm 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 Rome Mint
The Rome mint was the principal mint of the Roman state from the Republic through the fall of the Western Empire. It produced the vast majority of gold and silver coinage and was the only mint for much of the first and second centuries AD.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is RIC VIII Rome 202?
- RIC VIII Rome 202 is a Bronze Large AE2 of Nepotian issued under Magnentius (350 AD) struck at the Rome mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VIII Rome 202.
- How do you identify RIC VIII Rome 202?
- The obverse depicts Bust of Nepotian, bareheaded, draped, cuirassed, right with the inscription FL POP NEPOT-IANVS P F AVG. The reverse depicts Roma, helmeted, draped, seated left on throne, holding Victory on globe in right hand and spear in left hand; beside her, shield with the inscription VRBS - ROMA. Portrait type: draped.
- What are the physical specifications of RIC VIII Rome 202?
- RIC VIII Rome 202 was struck in Bronze, standard weight 6.03g, diameter 25mm, die axis 6 h, struck.
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