What is RIC VII Arelate 205?

RIC VII Arelate 205 is a Bronze AE2 of Constantine I (320 AD) struck at the Arelate mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VII Arelate 205.

Constantine I AE2 — RIC VII Arelate 205

Obverse

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Catalog Reference

RIC VII Arelate 205

Ruler

Constantine I

Denomination

AE2

Date

320 AD

Mint

Arelate

Metal

Bronze

Portrait Type

helmeted

Obverse

CONSTA-NTINVS AVG

Bust of Constantine I, helmeted, cuirassed, right

Reverse

VIRTVS E-XERCIT

Military standard with drapery marked VOT/XX; on either side, seated captive

About This Type

This RIC VII Arelate 205 is an ae2 of Constantine I (320 AD), struck at the Arelate mint. The reverse depicts Military standard with drapery marked VOT/XX; on either side, seated captive.

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).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is RIC VII Arelate 205?: RIC VII Arelate 205 is a Bronze AE2 of Constantine I (320 AD) struck at the Arelate mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VII Arelate 205.
How do you identify RIC VII Arelate 205?: The obverse depicts Bust of Constantine I, helmeted, cuirassed, right with the inscription CONSTA-NTINVS AVG. The reverse depicts Military standard with drapery marked VOT/XX; on either side, seated captive with the inscription VIRTVS E-XERCIT. Portrait type: helmeted.