What is RIC VII Aquileia 9?

RIC VII Aquileia 9 is a Bronze AE2 of Constantine I (317 AD) struck at the Aquileia mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VII Aquileia 9.

What are the physical specifications of RIC VII Aquileia 9?

RIC VII Aquileia 9 was struck in Bronze, standard weight 3.27g, diameter 20mm, die axis 6 h, struck.

Constantine I AE2, Crispus (RIC VII Aquileia 9)

Obverse

Reverse

Seminar für Alte Geschichte, Universität Freiburg

Catalog Reference

RIC VII Aquileia 9

Ruler

Constantine I

Denomination

AE2

Date

317 AD

Mint

Aquileia

Metal

Bronze

Weight

3.27g

Diameter

20mm

Die Axis

6 h

Portrait Type

laureate

Manufacturing

struck

Obverse

CRISPVS NOB CAES

Bust of Crispus, laureate, draped, cuirassed, right

Reverse

PRINCIPIA IV-VENTVTIS

Crispus, helmeted, draped, cuirassed, cloak draped across left shoulder, standing left, holding reversed spear in right hand and placing left hand on shield

About This Type

This RIC VII Aquileia 9 is an ae2 of Constantine I (317 AD), struck at the Aquileia mint. The reverse depicts Crispus, helmeted, draped, cuirassed, cloak draped across left shoulder, standing left, holding reversed spear in right hand and placing left hand on shield. Struck in bronze at a standard weight of 3.27g, 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 9?: RIC VII Aquileia 9 is a Bronze AE2 of Constantine I (317 AD) struck at the Aquileia mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VII Aquileia 9.
How do you identify RIC VII Aquileia 9?: The obverse depicts Bust of Crispus, laureate, draped, cuirassed, right with the inscription CRISPVS NOB CAES. The reverse depicts Crispus, helmeted, draped, cuirassed, cloak draped across left shoulder, standing left, holding reversed spear in right hand and placing left hand on shield with the inscription PRINCIPIA IV-VENTVTIS. Portrait type: laureate.
What are the physical specifications of RIC VII Aquileia 9?: RIC VII Aquileia 9 was struck in Bronze, standard weight 3.27g, diameter 20mm, die axis 6 h, struck.