What is RIC VII Arelate 127?

RIC VII Arelate 127 is a Bronze AE2 of Constantine I (317 AD) struck at the Arelate mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VII Arelate 127.

Constantine I AE2 — RIC VII Arelate 127

Catalog Reference

RIC VII Arelate 127

Ruler

Constantine I

Denomination

AE2

Date

317 AD

Mint

Arelate

Metal

Bronze

Portrait Type

laureate

Obverse

IMP LICINIVS P F AVG

Bust of Licinius, laureate, draped, cuirassed, right

Reverse

IOVI CO-NSERVATORI

Jupiter, nude, chlamys flying, running right, throwing thunderbolt with right hand

About This Type

This RIC VII Arelate 127 is an ae2 of Constantine I (317 AD), struck at the Arelate mint. The reverse depicts Jupiter, nude, chlamys flying, running right, throwing thunderbolt with right hand.

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 127?: RIC VII Arelate 127 is a Bronze AE2 of Constantine I (317 AD) struck at the Arelate mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VII Arelate 127.
How do you identify RIC VII Arelate 127?: The obverse depicts Bust of Licinius, laureate, draped, cuirassed, right with the inscription IMP LICINIVS P F AVG. The reverse depicts Jupiter, nude, chlamys flying, running right, throwing thunderbolt with right hand with the inscription IOVI CO-NSERVATORI. Portrait type: laureate.