RIC VI Aquileia 92b Severus II obverse — Head of Constantine I, laureate, right Obverse
RIC VI Aquileia 92b Severus II reverse — Mars, helmeted, advancing right, holding transverse spear in right hand and troph... Reverse

Universität Wien, Institut für Numismatik und Geldgeschichte

Catalog Reference
RIC VI Aquileia 92b
Ruler
Severus II
Denomination
AE1
Date
306 AD-307 AD
Mint
Aquileia
Metal
Bronze
Weight
7.82g
Diameter
26mm
Die Axis
6 h
Portrait Type
laureate
Manufacturing
struck

Obverse

CONSTANTINVS NOB CAES

Head of Constantine I, laureate, right

Reverse

VIRTVS A-VGG ET CAESS NN or VIRTVS AV-GG ET CAESS NN

Mars, helmeted, advancing right, holding transverse spear in right hand and trophy over left shoulder

About This Type

This RIC VI Aquileia 92b is an ae1 of Severus II (306 AD-307 AD), struck at the Aquileia mint. The reverse depicts Mars, helmeted, advancing right, holding transverse spear in right hand and trophy over left shoulder. Struck in bronze at a standard weight of 7.82g, 26mm 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 92b?
RIC VI Aquileia 92b is a Bronze AE1 of Severus II (306 AD-307 AD) struck at the Aquileia mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VI Aquileia 92b.
How do you identify RIC VI Aquileia 92b?
The obverse depicts Head of Constantine I, laureate, right with the inscription CONSTANTINVS NOB CAES. The reverse depicts Mars, helmeted, advancing right, holding transverse spear in right hand and trophy over left shoulder with the inscription VIRTVS A-VGG ET CAESS NN or VIRTVS AV-GG ET CAESS NN. Portrait type: laureate.
What are the physical specifications of RIC VI Aquileia 92b?
RIC VI Aquileia 92b was struck in Bronze, standard weight 7.82g, diameter 26mm, die axis 6 h, struck.

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