© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Solidus - Magnentius VICTORIA AVG LIB ROMANOR; Treveri
| Gold | 4.42 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Magnentius (350-353) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 350-353 |
| Value | Solidus (1) |
| Currency | Solidus, Reform of Constantine (AD 310/324 – 395) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 4.42 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#27806 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Victory, winged, draped, standing right, holding palm over left shoulder; Libertas, draped, standing left, holding transverse sceptre in left hand; supporting between them a plain shaft carrying a trophy; Victory's right hand supports it above Libertas' right hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
VICTORIA•AVG•LIB•ROMANOR
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Edge
Plain
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 remained in circulation for centuries, indicating the coin's durability and the enduring legacy of his brief rule.
