Magnentius Semissis, Victory reverse
RIC VIII Treveri 281 · 351 AD-353 AD · Treveri
Obverse
Reverse
Münzkabinett, Staatliche Museen zu Berlin
Obverse
MAGNENT-IVS AVG
Bust of Magnentius, bareheaded, draped, cuirassed, right
Reverse
VICTORIA - DD NN AVGG
Victory, winged, draped, walking left, holding wreath in right hand and palm in left hand
About This Type
This RIC VIII Treveri 281 is a semissis of Magnentius (351 AD-353 AD), struck at the Treveri mint. The reverse depicts Victory, winged, draped, walking left, holding wreath in right hand and palm in left hand. Struck in gold at a standard weight of 2.32g, 17mm diameter.
About the Semissis
The semissis was a late Roman and Byzantine gold denomination worth half a solidus, typically weighing about 2.25 grams. It was introduced in the fourth century and continued into the Byzantine period.
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 281?
- RIC VIII Treveri 281 is a Gold Semissis of Magnentius (351 AD-353 AD) struck at the Treveri mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VIII Treveri 281.
- How do you identify RIC VIII Treveri 281?
- The obverse depicts Bust of Magnentius, bareheaded, draped, cuirassed, right with the inscription MAGNENT-IVS AVG. The reverse depicts Victory, winged, draped, walking left, holding wreath in right hand and palm in left hand with the inscription VICTORIA - DD NN AVGG. Portrait type: draped.
- What are the physical specifications of RIC VIII Treveri 281?
- RIC VIII Treveri 281 was struck in Gold, standard weight 2.32g, diameter 17mm, die axis 6 h, struck.
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