What is RIC VII Aquileia 89?

RIC VII Aquileia 89 is a Bronze AE2 of Constantine I (321 AD) struck at the Aquileia mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VII Aquileia 89.

How do you identify RIC VII Aquileia 89?

The obverse depicts Bust of Crispus, laureate, cuirassed, right with the inscription CRISPVS NOB CAES. The reverse depicts VOT/V within a laurel wreath with the inscription CAESARVM NOSTRORVM. Portrait type: laureate.

What are the physical specifications of RIC VII Aquileia 89?

RIC VII Aquileia 89 was struck in Bronze, standard weight 12.7g, diameter 19mm, die axis 5 h, struck.

Constantine I AE2 (RIC VII Aquileia 89)

Obverse

Reverse

Münzkabinett, Staatliche Museen zu Berlin

Catalog Reference

RIC VII Aquileia 89

Ruler

Constantine I

Denomination

AE2

Date

321 AD

Mint

Aquileia

Metal

Bronze

Weight

12.7g

Diameter

19mm

Die Axis

5 h

Portrait Type

laureate

Manufacturing

struck

Obverse

CRISPVS NOB CAES

Bust of Crispus, laureate, cuirassed, right

Reverse

CAESARVM NOSTRORVM

VOT/V within a laurel wreath

About This Type

This RIC VII Aquileia 89 is an ae2 of Constantine I (321 AD), struck at the Aquileia mint. The reverse depicts VOT/V within a laurel wreath. Struck in bronze at a standard weight of 12.7g, 19mm 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 89?: RIC VII Aquileia 89 is a Bronze AE2 of Constantine I (321 AD) struck at the Aquileia mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VII Aquileia 89.
How do you identify RIC VII Aquileia 89?: The obverse depicts Bust of Crispus, laureate, cuirassed, right with the inscription CRISPVS NOB CAES. The reverse depicts VOT/V within a laurel wreath with the inscription CAESARVM NOSTRORVM. Portrait type: laureate.
What are the physical specifications of RIC VII Aquileia 89?: RIC VII Aquileia 89 was struck in Bronze, standard weight 12.7g, diameter 19mm, die axis 5 h, struck.