What is RIC VII Arelate 10?

RIC VII Arelate 10 is a Bronze AE2 of Constantine I (313 AD) struck at the Arelate mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VII Arelate 10.

Constantine I AE2 — RIC VII Arelate 10

Catalog Reference

RIC VII Arelate 10

Ruler

Constantine I

Denomination

AE2

Date

313 AD

Mint

Arelate

Metal

Bronze

Portrait Type

laureate

Obverse

IMP C LICINIVS P F AVG

Bust of Licinius, laureate, draped, cuirassed, right

Reverse

SPQR OPTIMO PRINCIPI

Three standards, surmounted by hand, eagle, and wreath respectively; middle standard with drapery

About This Type

This RIC VII Arelate 10 is an ae2 of Constantine I (313 AD), struck at the Arelate mint. The reverse depicts Three standards, surmounted by hand, eagle, and wreath respectively; middle standard with drapery.

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 Arelate Mint

Arelate (modern Arles, France) replaced the Lugdunum mint in the early fourth century and became one of the principal Western mints. Its mint mark typically includes AR or CON (Constantina).

All Constantine I coins Arelate mint All AE2 coins

Frequently Asked Questions

What is RIC VII Arelate 10?: RIC VII Arelate 10 is a Bronze AE2 of Constantine I (313 AD) struck at the Arelate mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VII Arelate 10.
How do you identify RIC VII Arelate 10?: The obverse depicts Bust of Licinius, laureate, draped, cuirassed, right with the inscription IMP C LICINIVS P F AVG. The reverse depicts Three standards, surmounted by hand, eagle, and wreath respectively; middle standard with drapery with the inscription SPQR OPTIMO PRINCIPI. Portrait type: laureate.