RIC VIII Treveri 266 Magnentius obverse, Bust of Magnentius, bareheaded, draped, cuirassed, right Obverse
RIC VIII Treveri 266 Magnentius reverse, Magnentius, draped, cuirassed, standing left, holding Victory on globe in right h... Reverse

Seminar für Alte Geschichte, Universität Freiburg

Catalog Reference
RIC VIII Treveri 266
Ruler
Magnentius
Denomination
Large AE2
Date
350 AD-353 AD
Mint
Treveri
Metal
Bronze
Weight
5.11g
Diameter
21mm
Die Axis
12 h
Portrait Type
draped
Manufacturing
struck

Obverse

IM CAE MAGN-ENTIVS AVG

Bust of Magnentius, bareheaded, draped, cuirassed, right

Reverse

FELICITAS - REI PVBLICAE

Magnentius, draped, cuirassed, standing left, holding Victory on globe in right hand and standard with Chi-Rho on banner in left hand

About This Type

This RIC VIII Treveri 266 is a large ae2 of Magnentius (350 AD-353 AD), struck at the Treveri mint. The reverse depicts Magnentius, draped, cuirassed, standing left, holding Victory on globe in right hand and standard with Chi-Rho on banner in left hand. Struck in bronze at a standard weight of 5.11g, 21mm 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 Treveri Mint

Treveri (modern Trier, Germany) was one of the principal mints of the late Roman Empire, operating from the late third century through the fifth century. It was a primary source of gold solidi for the Western Empire.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is RIC VIII Treveri 266?
RIC VIII Treveri 266 is a Bronze Large AE2 of Magnentius (350 AD-353 AD) struck at the Treveri mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VIII Treveri 266.
How do you identify RIC VIII Treveri 266?
The obverse depicts Bust of Magnentius, bareheaded, draped, cuirassed, right with the inscription IM CAE MAGN-ENTIVS AVG. The reverse depicts Magnentius, draped, cuirassed, standing left, holding Victory on globe in right hand and standard with Chi-Rho on banner in left hand with the inscription FELICITAS - REI PVBLICAE. Portrait type: draped.
What are the physical specifications of RIC VIII Treveri 266?
RIC VIII Treveri 266 was struck in Bronze, standard weight 5.11g, diameter 21mm, die axis 12 h, struck.

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