Decentius, Roman Caesar, Western Roman Empire Roman Bronze, Follis, Treveri Mint TRP ca. 350-353AD (N)

Decentius,

Roman Caesar

Western Roman Empire

Roman Bronze,

Follis, Treveri Mint TRP

ca. 350-353AD

(N)

 

Magnentius was a Roman General who was trying to obtain power during the reign of Constantius II. After killing the unpopular emperor Constans, Magnentius took control over most of the western Roman Empire. This coin depicts the bust of Magnentius’ brother, Decentius, who became Caesar.

Magnentius’ revolt sparked the Roman Civil war of 350-353 which ended at the battle of Mons Seleucus. After defeat Magnentius committed suicide on 11th August 353, so did Decentius a week later on the 18th August 353.

 

Reverse:

Two victories holding a wreath VOT V MVLT X, over an altar.

Lettering:

VICTORIAE DD NN AVG ET CAES

TRP

 

Obverse:

Laureate bust of Decentius facing right

Lettering:

DNDECENTIVS NOB CAES

 

Minted in Treveri, modern day Trier, Germany.

Mint mark TRP

 

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