What is RIC VII Aquileia 17?

RIC VII Aquileia 17 is a Bronze AE2 of Constantine I (317 AD) struck at the Aquileia mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VII Aquileia 17.

What are the physical specifications of RIC VII Aquileia 17?

RIC VII Aquileia 17 was struck in Bronze, standard weight 3.73g, diameter 21mm, die axis 6 h, struck.

Constantine I AE2 (RIC VII Aquileia 17)

Obverse

Reverse

Seminar für Alte Geschichte, Universität Freiburg

Catalog Reference

RIC VII Aquileia 17

Ruler

Constantine I

Denomination

AE2

Date

317 AD

Mint

Aquileia

Metal

Bronze

Weight

3.73g

Diameter

21mm

Die Axis

6 h

Portrait Type

laureate

Manufacturing

struck

Obverse

CONSTANTINVS IVN NB C

Bust of Constantine II, laureate, draped, cuirassed, right, seen from behind

Reverse

CLARITAS - R-EIPVBLICAE

Sol, radiate, chlamys flying, standing right, advancing left, raising right hand and holding whip in left hand

About This Type

This RIC VII Aquileia 17 is an ae2 of Constantine I (317 AD), struck at the Aquileia mint. The reverse depicts Sol, radiate, chlamys flying, standing right, advancing left, raising right hand and holding whip in left hand. Struck in bronze at a standard weight of 3.73g, 21mm 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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is RIC VII Aquileia 17?: RIC VII Aquileia 17 is a Bronze AE2 of Constantine I (317 AD) struck at the Aquileia mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VII Aquileia 17.
How do you identify RIC VII Aquileia 17?: The obverse depicts Bust of Constantine II, laureate, draped, cuirassed, right, seen from behind with the inscription CONSTANTINVS IVN NB C. The reverse depicts Sol, radiate, chlamys flying, standing right, advancing left, raising right hand and holding whip in left hand with the inscription CLARITAS - R-EIPVBLICAE. Portrait type: laureate.
What are the physical specifications of RIC VII Aquileia 17?: RIC VII Aquileia 17 was struck in Bronze, standard weight 3.73g, diameter 21mm, die axis 6 h, struck.