What is RIC VII Aquileia 7?

RIC VII Aquileia 7 is a Bronze AE2 of Constantine I (317 AD) struck at the Aquileia mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VII Aquileia 7.

What are the physical specifications of RIC VII Aquileia 7?

RIC VII Aquileia 7 was struck in Bronze, standard weight 3.09g, diameter 20mm, die axis 11 h, struck.

Constantine I AE2, Jupiter (RIC VII Aquileia 7)

Obverse

Reverse

Seminar für Alte Geschichte, Universität Freiburg

Catalog Reference

RIC VII Aquileia 7

Ruler

Constantine I

Denomination

AE2

Date

317 AD

Mint

Aquileia

Metal

Bronze

Weight

3.09g

Diameter

20mm

Die Axis

11 h

Portrait Type

laureate

Manufacturing

struck

Obverse

IMP LICINIVS P F AVG

Bust of Licinius, laureate, cuirassed, right

Reverse

IOVI CON-SE-RVATORI

Jupiter, nude, chlamys draped across left shoulder, standing left, holding thunderbolt in right hand and leaning on sceptre with left hand

About This Type

This RIC VII Aquileia 7 is an ae2 of Constantine I (317 AD), struck at the Aquileia mint. The reverse depicts Jupiter, nude, chlamys draped across left shoulder, standing left, holding thunderbolt in right hand and leaning on sceptre with left hand. Struck in bronze at a standard weight of 3.09g, 20mm 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 7?: RIC VII Aquileia 7 is a Bronze AE2 of Constantine I (317 AD) struck at the Aquileia mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VII Aquileia 7.
How do you identify RIC VII Aquileia 7?: The obverse depicts Bust of Licinius, laureate, cuirassed, right with the inscription IMP LICINIVS P F AVG. The reverse depicts Jupiter, nude, chlamys draped across left shoulder, standing left, holding thunderbolt in right hand and leaning on sceptre with left hand with the inscription IOVI CON-SE-RVATORI. Portrait type: laureate.
What are the physical specifications of RIC VII Aquileia 7?: RIC VII Aquileia 7 was struck in Bronze, standard weight 3.09g, diameter 20mm, die axis 11 h, struck.