Siliqua - Magnus Maximus VOT V MVLT X AVGPS; Londinium-Augusta
| Silver | 1.45 g | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Magnus Maximus (384-388) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 383-388 |
| Value | Siliqua (1⁄24) |
| Currency | Solidus, Reform of Constantine (AD 310/324 – 395) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.45 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#374129 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Legend within laurel wreath
Script: Latin
Lettering:
VOT
V
MVLT
X
AVG
Unabridged legend:
Votis quinquennalibus multis decennalibus.
AVGVSTA
Translation:
Vows for the Fifth Reign Anniversary and More for the Upcoming Tenth Anniversary.
London-Augusta.
Comment
Only known from two examples in the British Museum, so poorly preserved the mintmark isn't clear https://www.britishmuseum.org/collection/object/C_1995-0702-4 and https://www.britishmuseum.org/collection/object/C_B-233-aLondon was renamed Augusta in the reorganisation of Britain that followed the Great Conspiracy of 367. So many cities were renamed Augusta (after Emperor Augustus) there’s debate as to whether AVG is London, but most sources accept it is.
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 and inscriptions reflect his efforts to promote his image as a powerful and legitimate ruler.
