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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Maiorina - Decentius VICTORIAE DD NN AVG ET CAE; Arelate
| Bronze | 4 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Usurpations of Western provinces (Roman Imperial usurpations) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Decentius (Magnus Decentius) (350-353) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 351-353 |
| Value | Maiorina |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 4 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#396233 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Two Victories, winged, draped, facing each other, holding between them a wreath inscribed VOT/V/MVL/X, ∈ on IS in field between Victories.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VICTORIAE DD NN AVG ET CAE
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during the Usurpations of Western provinces, a time of political instability in the Roman Empire when various generals and officials declared their independence and issued their own coins. Despite the turmoil, the coin still bears the traditional imagery and inscriptions of a Roman imperial coin, reflecting the continued influence of Roman culture and power.