Licinius AE2, Jupiter reverse
RIC VII Aquileia 7 · 317 AD · Aquileia · Issued under Constantine I
Obverse
Reverse
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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 Licinius, issued under 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is RIC VII Aquileia 7?
- RIC VII Aquileia 7 is a Bronze AE2 of Licinius issued under 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.
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