How do you identify RIC VII Arelate 283?

The obverse depicts Bust of Constantius II, laureate, draped, cuirassed, right, seen from behind with the inscription FL IVL CONSTANTIVS NOB C. The reverse depicts Camp gate with two turrets, without doors, varying number of stone layers; star above with the inscription PROVIDEN-TIAE CAESS. Portrait type: laureate.

What are the physical specifications of RIC VII Arelate 283?

RIC VII Arelate 283 was struck in Bronze, standard weight 3.33g, diameter 20mm, die axis 12 h, struck.

Constantine I AE2 — RIC VII Arelate 283

Obverse

Reverse

Akademisches Kunstmuseum, Universität Bonn

Catalog Reference

RIC VII Arelate 283

Ruler

Constantine I

Denomination

AE2

Date

324 AD-325 AD

Mint

Arelate

Metal

Bronze

Weight

3.33g

Diameter

20mm

Die Axis

12 h

Portrait Type

laureate

Manufacturing

struck

Obverse

FL IVL CONSTANTIVS NOB C

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

Reverse

PROVIDEN-TIAE CAESS

Camp gate with two turrets, without doors, varying number of stone layers; star above

About This Type

This RIC VII Arelate 283 is an ae2 of Constantine I (324 AD-325 AD), struck at the Arelate mint. The reverse depicts Camp gate with two turrets, without doors, varying number of stone layers; star above. Struck in bronze at a standard weight of 3.33g, 20mm 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 283?: RIC VII Arelate 283 is a Bronze AE2 of Constantine I (324 AD-325 AD) struck at the Arelate mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VII Arelate 283.
How do you identify RIC VII Arelate 283?: The obverse depicts Bust of Constantius II, laureate, draped, cuirassed, right, seen from behind with the inscription FL IVL CONSTANTIVS NOB C. The reverse depicts Camp gate with two turrets, without doors, varying number of stone layers; star above with the inscription PROVIDEN-TIAE CAESS. Portrait type: laureate.
What are the physical specifications of RIC VII Arelate 283?: RIC VII Arelate 283 was struck in Bronze, standard weight 3.33g, diameter 20mm, die axis 12 h, struck.