What is RIC VI Nicomedia 61?

RIC VI Nicomedia 61 is a Bronze AE2 of Galerius (308 AD-310 AD) struck at the Nicomedia mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VI Nicomedia 61.

Galerius AE2 — RIC VI Nicomedia 61

Obverse

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Catalog Reference

RIC VI Nicomedia 61

Ruler

Galerius

Denomination

AE2

Date

308 AD-310 AD

Mint

Nicomedia

Metal

Bronze

Portrait Type

laureate

Obverse

FL VAL CONSTANTINVS FIL AVG

Head of Constantine I, laureate, right

Reverse

VIRTVTI E-XERCITVS C_M_H

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

About This Type

This RIC VI Nicomedia 61 is an ae2 of Galerius (308 AD-310 AD), struck at the Nicomedia mint. The reverse depicts Virtus, advancing right, holding transverse spear in right hand and trophy over left shoulder.

About the AE2

AE2 is a modern size classification for late Roman bronze coins measuring 21–25mm in diameter. This class includes the reduced folles and nummi of the Constantinian and Valentinianic periods. The classification is widely used in RIC and dealer catalogs when the ancient denomination name is debated.

About the Nicomedia Mint

Nicomedia (modern Izmit, Turkey) served as an eastern imperial mint from Diocletian's reform onward. It was particularly important under the Tetrarchy when Nicomedia served as a capital.

All Galerius coins Nicomedia mint All AE2 coins

Frequently Asked Questions

What is RIC VI Nicomedia 61?: RIC VI Nicomedia 61 is a Bronze AE2 of Galerius (308 AD-310 AD) struck at the Nicomedia mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VI Nicomedia 61.
How do you identify RIC VI Nicomedia 61?: The obverse depicts Head of Constantine I, laureate, right with the inscription FL VAL CONSTANTINVS FIL AVG. The reverse depicts Virtus, advancing right, holding transverse spear in right hand and trophy over left shoulder with the inscription VIRTVTI E-XERCITVS C_M_H. Portrait type: laureate.