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© CGB
Follis - Decentius VICTORIAE DD NN AVG ET CAES; Arelate
| Bronze | 4 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | Usurpations of Western provinces (Roman Imperial usurpations) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Decentius (Magnus Decentius) (350-353) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 351-353 |
| Value | Follis (1⁄180) |
| Currency | Solidus, Reform of Constantine (AD 310/324 – 395) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 4 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#57464 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 89% |
Reverse
Two Victories standing facing each other, holding between them a wreath inscribed VOT-V-MVL-X in four lines;
"I" in lower centre;
SAR in ex
Script: Latin
Lettering:
VICTORIAE DD NN AVG ET CAES
VOT
V
MVL
X
I
SAR
Edge
Rough
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. Despite being made of bronze and weighing only 4 grams, it still holds significant historical value as a representation of the economic and political climate of the Roman Empire during the 4th century.
