Constantius Chlorus AE2, Eagle reverse
RIC VI Ticinum 96 · 307 AD-308 AD · Ticinum · Issued under Maxentius
Obverse
DIVO CONSTANTIO AVG
Bust of Constantius Chlorus, laureate, veiled, right
Reverse
MEM DIVI - CONSTANTINI
Eagle, standing right, spreading wings; standing on domed shrine, arched double-doors closed
About This Type
This RIC VI Ticinum 96 is an ae2 of Constantius Chlorus, issued under Maxentius (307 AD-308 AD), struck at the Ticinum mint. The reverse depicts Eagle, standing right, spreading wings; standing on domed shrine, arched double-doors closed.
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 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 96?
- RIC VI Ticinum 96 is a Bronze AE2 of Constantius Chlorus issued under Maxentius (307 AD-308 AD) struck at the Ticinum mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VI Ticinum 96.
- How do you identify RIC VI Ticinum 96?
- The obverse depicts Bust of Constantius Chlorus, laureate, veiled, right with the inscription DIVO CONSTANTIO AVG. The reverse depicts Eagle, standing right, spreading wings; standing on domed shrine, arched double-doors closed with the inscription MEM DIVI - CONSTANTINI. Portrait type: laureate.
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