RIC VIII Treveri 319 Magnentius obverse, Bust of Decentius, bareheaded, draped, cuirassed, right Obverse
RIC VIII Treveri 319 Magnentius reverse, ☧ flanked by A and ω Reverse

Akademisches Kunstmuseum, Universität Bonn

Catalog Reference
RIC VIII Treveri 319
Ruler
Magnentius
Denomination
AE1
Date
352 AD
Mint
Treveri
Metal
Bronze
Weight
7.17g
Diameter
25mm
Die Axis
12 h
Portrait Type
draped
Manufacturing
struck

Obverse

D N DECENTI-VS FORT CAES

Bust of Decentius, bareheaded, draped, cuirassed, right

Reverse

SALVS DD NN AVG ET CAES

☧ flanked by A and ω

About This Type

This RIC VIII Treveri 319 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 7.17g, 25mm 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 319?
RIC VIII Treveri 319 is a Bronze AE1 of Magnentius (352 AD) struck at the Treveri mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VIII Treveri 319.
How do you identify RIC VIII Treveri 319?
The obverse depicts Bust of Decentius, bareheaded, draped, cuirassed, right with the inscription D N DECENTI-VS FORT CAES. 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 319?
RIC VIII Treveri 319 was struck in Bronze, standard weight 7.17g, diameter 25mm, die axis 12 h, struck.

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