RIC VIII Treveri 318 Magnentius obverse, Bust of Magnentius, bareheaded, draped, cuirassed, right Obverse
RIC VIII Treveri 318 Magnentius reverse, ☧ flanked by A and ω Reverse

Seminar für Alte Geschichte, Universität Freiburg

Catalog Reference
RIC VIII Treveri 318
Ruler
Magnentius
Denomination
AE1
Date
352 AD
Mint
Treveri
Metal
Bronze
Weight
7.32g
Diameter
28mm
Die Axis
7 h
Portrait Type
draped
Manufacturing
struck

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 Treveri 318 is an ae1 of Magnentius (352 AD), struck at the Treveri mint. The reverse depicts ☧ flanked by A and ω. Struck in bronze at a standard weight of 7.32g, 28mm diameter.

About the AE1

AE1 is a modern size classification for large late Roman bronze coins with a diameter of 25mm or more. The term is used when the ancient denomination name is uncertain. Coins in this class include the large folles of Diocletian's reform and the heavy bronzes of the early Constantinian 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 318?
RIC VIII Treveri 318 is a Bronze AE1 of Magnentius (352 AD) struck at the Treveri mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VIII Treveri 318.
How do you identify RIC VIII Treveri 318?
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.
What are the physical specifications of RIC VIII Treveri 318?
RIC VIII Treveri 318 was struck in Bronze, standard weight 7.32g, diameter 28mm, die axis 7 h, struck.

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