How do you identify RIC VII Arelate 216?

The obverse depicts Head of Constantine I, laureate, right with the inscription IMP CONSTAN-TINVS P F AVG. The reverse depicts VO/TIS/XX; mint mark separated by horizontal line with the inscription CONSTANTINI AVG. Portrait type: laureate.

Constantine I AE2 — RIC VII Arelate 216

Obverse

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Catalog Reference

RIC VII Arelate 216

Ruler

Constantine I

Denomination

AE2

Date

320 AD-321 AD

Mint

Arelate

Metal

Bronze

Portrait Type

laureate

Obverse

IMP CONSTAN-TINVS P F AVG

Head of Constantine I, laureate, right

Reverse

CONSTANTINI AVG

VO/TIS/XX; mint mark separated by horizontal line

About This Type

This RIC VII Arelate 216 is an ae2 of Constantine I (320 AD-321 AD), struck at the Arelate mint. The reverse depicts VO/TIS/XX; mint mark separated by horizontal line.

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 216?: RIC VII Arelate 216 is a Bronze AE2 of Constantine I (320 AD-321 AD) struck at the Arelate mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VII Arelate 216.
How do you identify RIC VII Arelate 216?: The obverse depicts Head of Constantine I, laureate, right with the inscription IMP CONSTAN-TINVS P F AVG. The reverse depicts VO/TIS/XX; mint mark separated by horizontal line with the inscription CONSTANTINI AVG. Portrait type: laureate.