Catalog Reference
RIC VI Treveri 699
Ruler
Constantine I
Denomination
AE2
Date
307 AD
Mint
Treveri
Metal
Bronze
Portrait Type
laureate

Obverse

D N DIOCLETIANO P F S AVG

Bust of Diocletian, laureate, wearing imperial mantle, right, holding olive branch in right hand and mappa in left hand

Reverse

QVIES AV-GVSTORVM

Quies, draped, standing front, head left, holding branch in right hand and leaning on sceptre with left hand

About This Type

This RIC VI Treveri 699 is an ae2 of Constantine I (307 AD), struck at the Treveri mint. The reverse depicts Quies, draped, standing front, head left, holding branch in right hand and leaning on sceptre with left hand.

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 Treveri Mint

Treveri (modern Trier, Germany) was one of the principal mints of the late Roman Empire, operating from the late third century through the fifth century. It was a primary source of gold solidi for the Western Empire.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is RIC VI Treveri 699?
RIC VI Treveri 699 is a Bronze AE2 of Constantine I (307 AD) struck at the Treveri mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VI Treveri 699.
How do you identify RIC VI Treveri 699?
The obverse depicts Bust of Diocletian, laureate, wearing imperial mantle, right, holding olive branch in right hand and mappa in left hand with the inscription D N DIOCLETIANO P F S AVG. The reverse depicts Quies, draped, standing front, head left, holding branch in right hand and leaning on sceptre with left hand with the inscription QVIES AV-GVSTORVM. Portrait type: laureate.

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