What is RIC VII Arelate 129?

RIC VII Arelate 129 is a Bronze AE2 of Constantine I (317 AD) struck at the Arelate mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VII Arelate 129.

What are the physical specifications of RIC VII Arelate 129?

RIC VII Arelate 129 was struck in Bronze, standard weight 3.94g, diameter 19mm, die axis 6 h, struck.

Constantine I AE2 — RIC VII Arelate 129

Obverse

Reverse

Seminar für Alte Geschichte, Universität Freiburg

Catalog Reference

RIC VII Arelate 129

Ruler

Constantine I

Denomination

AE2

Date

317 AD

Mint

Arelate

Metal

Bronze

Weight

3.94g

Diameter

19mm

Die Axis

6 h

Portrait Type

laureate

Manufacturing

struck

Obverse

CRISPVS NOB CAES

Bust of Crispus, laureate, draped, cuirassed, right, seen from behind

Reverse

PRINCIPIA I-V-VENTVTIS

Mars, helmeted, nude, chlamys flying, advancing right, holding transverse spear in right hand and shield in left hand

About This Type

This RIC VII Arelate 129 is an ae2 of Constantine I (317 AD), struck at the Arelate mint. The reverse depicts Mars, helmeted, nude, chlamys flying, advancing right, holding transverse spear in right hand and shield in left hand. Struck in bronze at a standard weight of 3.94g, 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 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 129?: RIC VII Arelate 129 is a Bronze AE2 of Constantine I (317 AD) struck at the Arelate mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VII Arelate 129.
How do you identify RIC VII Arelate 129?: The obverse depicts Bust of Crispus, laureate, draped, cuirassed, right, seen from behind with the inscription CRISPVS NOB CAES. The reverse depicts Mars, helmeted, nude, chlamys flying, advancing right, holding transverse spear in right hand and shield in left hand with the inscription PRINCIPIA I-V-VENTVTIS. Portrait type: laureate.
What are the physical specifications of RIC VII Arelate 129?: RIC VII Arelate 129 was struck in Bronze, standard weight 3.94g, diameter 19mm, die axis 6 h, struck.