Magnus Maximus
383 to 388 AD
Father of Flavius Victor
Magnus Clemens Maximus was a usurper of the Western Roman Empire from 383 until
his death in 388 by order of Emperor Theodosius I. Maximus was proclaimed
emperor by his troops in 383, while serving with the army in Britain. Theodosius
I and Valentinian II campaigned against Magnus Maximus in July-August 388.
Maximus was defeated in the battle retreated to Aquileia where he pleaded for
mercy but was executed. However, his wife and two daughters were spared.
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Magnus Maximus
383 to 388 AD
AE 2
Obvs: DN MAG MAXIMVS PF AVG
Revs: REPARATIO REIPVB, Emperor holding Victory and raising kneeling
woman.
26mm, 4.6g
$29.00
Order # LR 083
Ref: Van Meter 13