What is RIC VIII Treveri 324?

RIC VIII Treveri 324 is a Bronze Large AE2 of Magnentius (352 AD) struck at the Treveri mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VIII Treveri 324.

How do you identify RIC VIII Treveri 324?

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 324?

RIC VIII Treveri 324 was struck in Bronze, standard weight 4.8g, diameter 25mm, die axis 12 h, struck.

Magnentius Large AE2 (RIC VIII Treveri 324)

Obverse

Reverse

Universität Trier, Fach Alte Geschichte

Catalog Reference

RIC VIII Treveri 324

Ruler

Magnentius

Denomination

Large AE2

Date

352 AD

Mint

Treveri

Metal

Bronze

Weight

4.8g

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 324 is a large ae2 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 4.8g, 25mm 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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is RIC VIII Treveri 324?: RIC VIII Treveri 324 is a Bronze Large AE2 of Magnentius (352 AD) struck at the Treveri mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VIII Treveri 324.
How do you identify RIC VIII Treveri 324?: 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 324?: RIC VIII Treveri 324 was struck in Bronze, standard weight 4.8g, diameter 25mm, die axis 12 h, struck.