Constantius Chlorus AE1, Fides reverse
RIC VI Ticinum 55b · 305 AD · Ticinum
Obverse
Reverse
Akademisches Kunstmuseum, Universität Bonn
Obverse
IMP C MAXIMIANVS P F AVG
Head of Galerius, laureate, right
Reverse
FIDES M-I-LITVM or FIDES - M-I-LITVM or FIDES - MI-LITVM or FIDE-S MI-LITVM
Fides, draped, seated left, holding standard in each hand
About This Type
This RIC VI Ticinum 55b is an ae1 of Constantius Chlorus (305 AD), struck at the Ticinum mint. The reverse depicts Fides, draped, seated left, holding standard in each hand. Struck in bronze at a standard weight of 8.96g, 27mm 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 Ticinum Mint
Ticinum (modern Pavia, Italy) was a Roman mint active from the late third through the mid-fourth century. It was one of several northern Italian mints established during the Tetrarchic reforms.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is RIC VI Ticinum 55b?
- RIC VI Ticinum 55b is a Bronze AE1 of Constantius Chlorus (305 AD) struck at the Ticinum mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VI Ticinum 55b.
- How do you identify RIC VI Ticinum 55b?
- The obverse depicts Head of Galerius, laureate, right with the inscription IMP C MAXIMIANVS P F AVG. The reverse depicts Fides, draped, seated left, holding standard in each hand with the inscription FIDES M-I-LITVM or FIDES - M-I-LITVM or FIDES - MI-LITVM or FIDE-S MI-LITVM. Portrait type: laureate.
- What are the physical specifications of RIC VI Ticinum 55b?
- RIC VI Ticinum 55b was struck in Bronze, standard weight 8.96g, diameter 27mm, die axis 12 h, struck.
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