What is RIC VII Arelate 243?

RIC VII Arelate 243 is a Bronze AE2 of Constantine I (321 AD) struck at the Arelate mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VII Arelate 243.

How do you identify RIC VII Arelate 243?

The obverse depicts Head of Constantine II, laureate, right with the inscription CONSTANTINVS IVN NOB C. The reverse depicts VOT/V within a laurel wreath with the inscription CAESARVM NOSTRORVM. Portrait type: laureate.

What are the physical specifications of RIC VII Arelate 243?

RIC VII Arelate 243 was struck in Bronze, standard weight 2.92g, diameter 18mm, die axis 12 h, struck.

Constantine I AE2 — RIC VII Arelate 243

Obverse

Reverse

Seminar für Alte Geschichte, Universität Freiburg

Catalog Reference

RIC VII Arelate 243

Ruler

Constantine I

Denomination

AE2

Date

321 AD

Mint

Arelate

Metal

Bronze

Weight

2.92g

Diameter

18mm

Die Axis

12 h

Portrait Type

laureate

Manufacturing

struck

Obverse

CONSTANTINVS IVN NOB C

Head of Constantine II, laureate, right

Reverse

CAESARVM NOSTRORVM

VOT/V within a laurel wreath

About This Type

This RIC VII Arelate 243 is an ae2 of Constantine I (321 AD), struck at the Arelate mint. The reverse depicts VOT/V within a laurel wreath. Struck in bronze at a standard weight of 2.92g, 18mm 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 243?: RIC VII Arelate 243 is a Bronze AE2 of Constantine I (321 AD) struck at the Arelate mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VII Arelate 243.
How do you identify RIC VII Arelate 243?: The obverse depicts Head of Constantine II, laureate, right with the inscription CONSTANTINVS IVN NOB C. The reverse depicts VOT/V within a laurel wreath with the inscription CAESARVM NOSTRORVM. Portrait type: laureate.
What are the physical specifications of RIC VII Arelate 243?: RIC VII Arelate 243 was struck in Bronze, standard weight 2.92g, diameter 18mm, die axis 12 h, struck.