© Münzkabinett - Staatliche Museen zu Berlin (CC BY-SA 4.0)
© Münzkabinett - Staatliche Museen zu Berlin (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Siliqua - Magnus Maximus VICTORIA AVGVSTORVM; Aquileia
| Silver | 1.34 g | 14.63 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Magnus Maximus (384-388) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 387-388 |
| Value | Siliqua (1⁄24) |
| Currency | Solidus, Reform of Constantine (AD 310/324 – 395) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.34 g |
| Diameter | 14.63 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#422244 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Victory advancing left, holding wreath and palm.
Mintmark in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VICTORIA-AVGVSTORVM
Unabridged legend: Victoria Augustorum.
Translation: Victory of the Emperors.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Magnus Maximus, a Roman usurper who ruled the Western Roman Empire from 383 to 388 AD. He was known for his military campaigns against the Germanic tribes and his efforts to restore the Roman Empire's power and prestige. The coin's design, which includes the inscription "VICTORIA AVGVSTORVM" (Victory of the Augusti), suggests that Maximus was trying to promote himself as a powerful and successful leader, even though his reign ultimately ended in his execution.
