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© CGB
Follis - Decentius VICTORIAE DD NN AVG ET CAE; Arelate
352 year| Bronze | 4 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Usurpations of Western provinces (Roman Imperial usurpations) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Decentius (Magnus Decentius) (350-353) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 352 |
| Value | Follis (1⁄180) |
| Currency | Solidus, Reform of Constantine (AD 310/324 – 395) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 4 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#154895 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Two Victories standing facing each other, holding between them a wreath inscribed VOT V MVL X in four lines; C over IS in lower centre; mintmark SAR.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
VICTORIAE DD NN AVG ET CAE
VOT V MVL X
C
IS
SAR
Comment
Decence, 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, Decency 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 minted during a time of political instability in the Western Roman Empire, specifically during the Usurpations of Western provinces. Despite being made of bronze and weighing only 4 grams, it still holds significant historical value as a symbol of the economic and political changes that were taking place during that era.
