How do you identify RIC VII Arelate 256?

The obverse depicts Bust of Constantine II, laureate, draped, cuirassed, right, seen from behind with the inscription CONSTANTINVS IVN NOB C. The reverse depicts VOT/X within a laurel wreath with the inscription CAESARVM NOSTRORVM. Portrait type: laureate.

Constantine I AE2 — RIC VII Arelate 256

Catalog Reference

RIC VII Arelate 256

Ruler

Constantine I

Denomination

AE2

Date

322 AD-323 AD

Mint

Arelate

Metal

Bronze

Portrait Type

laureate

Obverse

CONSTANTINVS IVN NOB C

Bust of Constantine II, laureate, draped, cuirassed, right, seen from behind

Reverse

CAESARVM NOSTRORVM

VOT/X within a laurel wreath

About This Type

This RIC VII Arelate 256 is an ae2 of Constantine I (322 AD-323 AD), struck at the Arelate mint. The reverse depicts VOT/X within a laurel wreath.

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 256?: RIC VII Arelate 256 is a Bronze AE2 of Constantine I (322 AD-323 AD) struck at the Arelate mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VII Arelate 256.
How do you identify RIC VII Arelate 256?: The obverse depicts Bust of Constantine II, laureate, draped, cuirassed, right, seen from behind with the inscription CONSTANTINVS IVN NOB C. The reverse depicts VOT/X within a laurel wreath with the inscription CAESARVM NOSTRORVM. Portrait type: laureate.