Constantius II AE2
RIC VII Aquileia 126 · 334 AD-335 AD · Aquileia · Issued under Constantine I
Obverse
Reverse
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Obverse
FL IVL CONSTANTIVS NOB C
Bust of Constantius II, laureate, draped, cuirassed, right
Reverse
GLOR-IA EXERC-ITVS
Two soldiers, helmeted, draped, cuirassed, standing facing each other, each holding reversed spear in outer hand and resting inner hand on shield; between them, two standards
About This Type
This RIC VII Aquileia 126 is an ae2 of Constantius II, issued under Constantine I (334 AD-335 AD), struck at the Aquileia mint. The reverse depicts Two soldiers, helmeted, draped, cuirassed, standing facing each other, each holding reversed spear in outer hand and resting inner hand on shield; between them, two standards. Struck in bronze at a standard weight of 2.36g, 18mm diameter.
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 Aquileia Mint
Aquileia (in northeastern Italy) was a late Roman mint operating from the late third through the early fifth century. It served as a major logistical hub for the northern Italian frontier.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is RIC VII Aquileia 126?
- RIC VII Aquileia 126 is a Bronze AE2 of Constantius II issued under Constantine I (334 AD-335 AD) struck at the Aquileia mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VII Aquileia 126.
- How do you identify RIC VII Aquileia 126?
- The obverse depicts Bust of Constantius II, laureate, draped, cuirassed, right with the inscription FL IVL CONSTANTIVS NOB C. The reverse depicts Two soldiers, helmeted, draped, cuirassed, standing facing each other, each holding reversed spear in outer hand and resting inner hand on shield; between them, two standards with the inscription GLOR-IA EXERC-ITVS. Portrait type: laureate.
- What are the physical specifications of RIC VII Aquileia 126?
- RIC VII Aquileia 126 was struck in Bronze, standard weight 2.36g, diameter 18mm, die axis 6 h, struck.
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