© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Æ23 - Magnentius GLORIA ROMANORVM; Treveri
| Bronze | 4.78 g | 23.00 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Magnentius (350-353) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 350-353 |
| Currency | Solidus, Reform of Constantine (AD 310/324 – 395) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 4.78 g |
| Diameter | 23.00 mm |
| Thickness | 2.0 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#318335 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Magnentius draped and cuirassed, galloping right, holding shield on left arm, spearing with right hand a kneeling barbarian with outstretched arms; below horse, shield and broken spear.
Mintmark and officina in exergue ending with crescent.
Script: Latin
Lettering: GLORIA ROMANORVM
Translation:
To the glory of the Romans.
Trier.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the first Roman Emperor to be depicted with a beard, Magnentius. This was a departure from the traditional clean-shaven image of Roman Emperors and signified a shift in the cultural and political landscape of the Roman Empire.
