What is RIC VII Aquileia 34?

RIC VII Aquileia 34 is a Gold Solidus of Constantine I (320 AD) struck at the Aquileia mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VII Aquileia 34.

Constantine I Solidus — RIC VII Aquileia 34

Catalog Reference

RIC VII Aquileia 34

Ruler

Constantine I

Denomination

Solidus

Date

320 AD

Mint

Aquileia

Metal

Gold

Portrait Type

laureate

Obverse

CONSTANT-INVS P F AVG

Head of Constantine I, laureate, right

Reverse

FELIX PROCESSVS COS • VI • AVG N

Constantine I, togate, standing left, holding globe in right hand and short sceptre in left hand

About This Type

This RIC VII Aquileia 34 is a solidus of Constantine I (320 AD), struck at the Aquileia mint. The reverse depicts Constantine I, togate, standing left, holding globe in right hand and short sceptre in left hand.

About the Solidus

The solidus was the gold coin of the late Roman and Byzantine empires, introduced by Constantine I around 309 AD at 4.5 grams. It maintained its weight standard for over seven centuries, making it one of the most stable currencies in history.

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 34?: RIC VII Aquileia 34 is a Gold Solidus of Constantine I (320 AD) struck at the Aquileia mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VII Aquileia 34.
How do you identify RIC VII Aquileia 34?: The obverse depicts Head of Constantine I, laureate, right with the inscription CONSTANT-INVS P F AVG. The reverse depicts Constantine I, togate, standing left, holding globe in right hand and short sceptre in left hand with the inscription FELIX PROCESSVS COS • VI • AVG N. Portrait type: laureate.