Maxentius AE1, Constantine reverse
RIC VI Aquileia 108 · 307 AD · Aquileia
Obverse
Reverse
Seminar für Alte Geschichte, Universität Freiburg
Obverse
CONSTANTINVS NOB CAES
Head of Constantine I, laureate, right
Reverse
VIRTVS CO-NSTANTINI CAES or VIRTVS CON-STANTINI CAES
Constantine I, draped, cuirassed, galloping right, spearing kneeling enemy with right hand and holding shield on left arm; on ground, another enemy, prostrate
About This Type
This RIC VI Aquileia 108 is an ae1 of Maxentius (307 AD), struck at the Aquileia mint. The reverse depicts Constantine I, draped, cuirassed, galloping right, spearing kneeling enemy with right hand and holding shield on left arm; on ground, another enemy, prostrate. Struck in bronze at a standard weight of 9.22g, 29mm diameter.
About the AE1
AE1 is a modern size classification for large late Roman bronze coins with a diameter of 25mm or more. The term is used when the ancient denomination name is uncertain. Coins in this class include the large folles of Diocletian's reform and the heavy bronzes of the early Constantinian period.
About the Aquileia Mint
Aquileia (in northeastern Italy) was a late Roman mint operating from the late third through the early fifth century. It served as a major logistical hub for the northern Italian frontier.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is RIC VI Aquileia 108?
- RIC VI Aquileia 108 is a Bronze AE1 of Maxentius (307 AD) struck at the Aquileia mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VI Aquileia 108.
- How do you identify RIC VI Aquileia 108?
- The obverse depicts Head of Constantine I, laureate, right with the inscription CONSTANTINVS NOB CAES. The reverse depicts Constantine I, draped, cuirassed, galloping right, spearing kneeling enemy with right hand and holding shield on left arm; on ground, another enemy, prostrate with the inscription VIRTVS CO-NSTANTINI CAES or VIRTVS CON-STANTINI CAES. Portrait type: laureate.
- What are the physical specifications of RIC VI Aquileia 108?
- RIC VI Aquileia 108 was struck in Bronze, standard weight 9.22g, diameter 29mm, die axis 6 h, struck.
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