How do you identify RIC VI Treveri 805?

The obverse depicts Bust of Constantine I, helmeted, cuirassed, left, holding spear over right shoulder and shield on left arm with the inscription IMP CONSTANTINVS P F AVG. The reverse depicts Constantine I, draped, cuirassed, standing front, head right, holding transverse spear in right hand and globe in left hand with the inscription PRINCIPI I-VV-ENTVTIS. Portrait type: helmeted.

What are the physical specifications of RIC VI Treveri 805?

RIC VI Treveri 805 was struck in Gold, standard weight 6.66g, diameter 23mm, die axis 5 h, struck.

Constantine I Multiple-Gold — RIC VI Treveri 805

Obverse

Reverse

Münzkabinett, Staatliche Museen zu Berlin

Catalog Reference

RIC VI Treveri 805

Ruler

Constantine I

Denomination

Multiple-Gold

Date

309 AD-313 AD

Mint

Treveri

Metal

Gold

Weight

6.66g

Diameter

23mm

Die Axis

5 h

Portrait Type

helmeted

Manufacturing

struck

Obverse

IMP CONSTANTINVS P F AVG

Bust of Constantine I, helmeted, cuirassed, left, holding spear over right shoulder and shield on left arm

Reverse

PRINCIPI I-VV-ENTVTIS

Constantine I, draped, cuirassed, standing front, head right, holding transverse spear in right hand and globe in left hand

About This Type

This RIC VI Treveri 805 is a multiple-gold of Constantine I (309 AD-313 AD), struck at the Treveri mint. The reverse depicts Constantine I, draped, cuirassed, standing front, head right, holding transverse spear in right hand and globe in left hand. Struck in gold at a standard weight of 6.66g, 23mm diameter.

About the Multiple-Gold

Gold multiples are oversized gold coins struck at weights of two or more solidi. They were presentation pieces and imperial donatives rather than circulating currency. Surviving examples are extremely rare and command high prices.

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.

All Constantine I coins Treveri mint All Multiple-Gold coins

Frequently Asked Questions

What is RIC VI Treveri 805?: RIC VI Treveri 805 is a Gold Multiple-Gold of Constantine I (309 AD-313 AD) struck at the Treveri mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VI Treveri 805.
How do you identify RIC VI Treveri 805?: The obverse depicts Bust of Constantine I, helmeted, cuirassed, left, holding spear over right shoulder and shield on left arm with the inscription IMP CONSTANTINVS P F AVG. The reverse depicts Constantine I, draped, cuirassed, standing front, head right, holding transverse spear in right hand and globe in left hand with the inscription PRINCIPI I-VV-ENTVTIS. Portrait type: helmeted.
What are the physical specifications of RIC VI Treveri 805?: RIC VI Treveri 805 was struck in Gold, standard weight 6.66g, diameter 23mm, die axis 5 h, struck.