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Roman Silver Miliarense of Magnus Maximus Ex. Thruxton Hoard

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Code: 10678



This is an ancient Roman silver Miliarense of emperor Magnus Maximus dating to 383 - 388 A.D.

DN MAG MAXIMVS PF AVG  pearl-diademed, draped & cuirassed bust right 

VIRTVS EXERCITVS  emperor, in military dress, standing right, head left, holding labarum in right hand and resting left hand on shield

This coin was minted at Treveri (Trier, Germany), mintmark TRPS. It had travelled across the English Channel, being buried in the Thruxton Hoard in the UK. This coin was purchased directly from the finder after being disclaimed by the British Museum. 

CULTURE: ROMAN

DENOMINATION: Miliarense 

MATERIAL: Silver

DATE: 383 - 388 A.D.

MINTMARK: TRPS (Trier )

SIZE: 24mm dia

WEIGHT: 4.3 grams

ATTRIBUTION:  RIC IX Trier 82; RSC 19a; Sear 20640.