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Maiorina - Magnentius FELICITAS REIPVBLICAE; Arelate
| Bronze | 4.84 g | 23 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Magnentius (350-353) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 350-353 |
| Value | Maiorina (1⁄72) |
| Currency | Solidus, Reform of Constantine (AD 310/324 – 395) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 4.84 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#422064 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Emperor standing to left, holding Victory on globe in right hand and standard inscribed with Chi-Rho with left hand.
Letter in left field.
Mintmark and officina in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
FELICITAS - REIPVBLICAE
F
Unabridged legend: Felicitas Reipublicae.
Translation: Happiness of the Republic.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the image of Magnentius, a usurper who seized power from the legitimate emperor, Constans, and ruled the Western Roman Empire from 350 to 353 AD. Despite his controversial reign, Magnentius' coinage was widely accepted and used throughout the empire, indicating his efforts to maintain stability and legitimacy during his rule.
