Decentius Large AE2, Two Victories reverse
RIC VIII Treveri 316 · 352 AD · Treveri · Issued under Magnentius
Obverse
Reverse
Münzkabinett, Staatliche Museen zu Berlin
Obverse
D N DECENTI-VS FORT CAES
Bust of Decentius, bareheaded, draped, 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/MVLT/X, surmounted by ☧
About This Type
This RIC VIII Treveri 316 is a large ae2 of Decentius, issued under Magnentius (352 AD), struck at the Treveri mint. The reverse depicts Two Victories, winged, draped, facing each other, holding between them a wreath inscribed VOT/V/MVLT/X, surmounted by ☧. Struck in bronze at a standard weight of 4.52g, 20mm 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 316?
- RIC VIII Treveri 316 is a Bronze Large AE2 of Decentius issued under Magnentius (352 AD) struck at the Treveri mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VIII Treveri 316.
- How do you identify RIC VIII Treveri 316?
- The obverse depicts Bust of Decentius, bareheaded, draped, cuirassed, right; A behind bust with the inscription D N DECENTI-VS FORT CAES. The reverse depicts Two Victories, winged, draped, facing each other, holding between them a wreath inscribed VOT/V/MVLT/X, surmounted by ☧ with the inscription VICTORIAE DD NN AVG ET CAES. Portrait type: draped.
- What are the physical specifications of RIC VIII Treveri 316?
- RIC VIII Treveri 316 was struck in Bronze, standard weight 4.52g, diameter 20mm, die axis 6 h, struck.
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