How do you identify RIC VII Arelate 259?

The obverse depicts Bust of Crispus, laureate, draped, cuirassed, right with the inscription FL IVL CRISPVS NOB CAES. The reverse depicts VOT/X within a laurel wreath with the inscription CAESARVM NOSTRORVM. Portrait type: laureate.

What are the physical specifications of RIC VII Arelate 259?

RIC VII Arelate 259 was struck in Bronze, standard weight 2.94g, diameter 19mm, die axis 12 h, struck.

Constantine I AE2 — RIC VII Arelate 259

Obverse

Reverse

Akademisches Kunstmuseum, Universität Bonn

Catalog Reference

RIC VII Arelate 259

Ruler

Constantine I

Denomination

AE2

Date

322 AD-323 AD

Mint

Arelate

Metal

Bronze

Weight

2.94g

Diameter

19mm

Die Axis

12 h

Portrait Type

laureate

Manufacturing

struck

Obverse

FL IVL CRISPVS NOB CAES

Bust of Crispus, laureate, draped, cuirassed, right

Reverse

CAESARVM NOSTRORVM

VOT/X within a laurel wreath

About This Type

This RIC VII Arelate 259 is an ae2 of Constantine I (322 AD-323 AD), struck at the Arelate mint. The reverse depicts VOT/X within a laurel wreath. Struck in bronze at a standard weight of 2.94g, 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 259?: RIC VII Arelate 259 is a Bronze AE2 of Constantine I (322 AD-323 AD) struck at the Arelate mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VII Arelate 259.
How do you identify RIC VII Arelate 259?: The obverse depicts Bust of Crispus, laureate, draped, cuirassed, right with the inscription FL IVL CRISPVS NOB CAES. The reverse depicts VOT/X within a laurel wreath with the inscription CAESARVM NOSTRORVM. Portrait type: laureate.
What are the physical specifications of RIC VII Arelate 259?: RIC VII Arelate 259 was struck in Bronze, standard weight 2.94g, diameter 19mm, die axis 12 h, struck.