Follis - Decentius VICT DD NN AVG ET CAES; Rome
| Copper | 5.66 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Usurpations of Western provinces (Roman Imperial usurpations) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Decentius (Magnus Decentius) (350-353) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 351-352 |
| Value | Follis (1⁄180) |
| Currency | Solidus, Reform of Constantine (AD 310/324 – 395) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 5.66 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#178563 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Two Victories, winged, draped, standing facing each other, holding between them wreath inscribed VOT/V/MVLT/X.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
VICT DD NN AVG ET CAES
VOT / V / MVLT / X
Edge
Plain
Comment
DECENCY(03/351-18/08/353) Magnus Decentius
Caesar (351-353)
Decentius, created Caesar by his brother Magnence in March 351, remained in Gaul to defend the Rhine limes against the Frankish invasion fomented at the instigation of Constance to create a second front. Beaten, Decence locked himself up in Sens where he committed suicide on August 18, 353.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Follis - Decentius coin is that it was issued during a time of political instability in the Roman Empire, specifically during the Usurpations of Western provinces. This period saw numerous generals and officials declaring themselves emperors and rebelling against the legitimate emperor, leading to a series of short-lived and rivalrous reigns. Despite this turmoil, the coin still bears the traditional imagery and inscriptions of a Roman imperial coin, reflecting the continuity of Roman culture and tradition even in times of political upheaval.
