Siliqua - Magnentius VIRTVS EXERCITI, Trier, heavy type

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IssuerRoman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD)
Year350-353
TypeStandard circulation coin
ValueSiliqua (1⁄24)
CurrencySolidus, Reform of Constantine (AD 310/324 – 395)
CompositionSilver
Weight3.64 g
Dimensions19 mm
Thickness
Shape and TechniqueRound (irregular)
Hammered
OrientationVariable alignment ↺
Engraver(s)
In circulation to
Reference(s) RIC VIII#258, OCRE#ric.8.tri.258, RSC#82
Obverse descriptionBust of Magnentius, bareheaded, draped, cuirassed, right.
Obverse scriptLatin
Obverse letteringIM CAE MAGN-ENTIVS AVG
(Translation: Supreme Commander Caesar Magnentius emperor.)
Reverse descriptionSoldier, helmeted, draped, cuirassed, standing front, head right, holding spear in right hand and resting left hand on shield. Mintmark in exergue.
Reverse scriptLatin
Reverse letteringVIRTVS - EXERCITI
(Translation: Courage of the Army.)
Edge
MintTR
Augusta Treverorum / Treveri,modern-day Trier, Germany
MintageND (350-353)  - -
Catalog ID2290050890
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