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Maiorina - Magnentius VICTORIAE DD NN AVG ET CAE, • on SV; Lugdunum
| Bronze | 4.8 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Magnentius (350-353) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 351-353 |
| Value | Maiorina (1⁄72) |
| Currency | Solidus, Reform of Constantine (AD 310/324 – 395) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 4.8 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#92345 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 82% |
Reverse
Two Victories supporting wreath inscribed with Quinquennaliae commemoration in 4 lines.
Dot over SV in lower centre.
Mintmark and officina in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
VICTORIAE DD NN AVG ET CAE
VOT
V
MVLT
X
•
SV
Unabridged legend:
Victoriae Dominorum Nostrorum Augusti et Caesari.
Votis quinquennalibus Multis decennalibus.
Translation:
To the Victories of Our August and Cesar Lord.
Wishes for the fifth anniversary of reign and more for the upcoming tenth one.
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the image of Magnentius, who was a usurper of the Roman Empire and ruled from 350 to 353 AD. Despite being a legitimate emperor, his coinage is relatively rare, making this coin a unique piece of history.
