How do you identify RIC VII Arelate 297?

The obverse depicts Bust of Constantius II, laureate, draped, cuirassed, left with the inscription FL IVL CONSTANTIVS NOB C. The reverse depicts Camp gate with four turrets, open doors, varying number of stone layers; star above with the inscription VIRTV-S CAESS. Portrait type: laureate.

What are the physical specifications of RIC VII Arelate 297?

RIC VII Arelate 297 was struck in Bronze, standard weight 3.28g, diameter 21mm, die axis 6 h, struck.

Constantine I AE2, Camp reverse (RIC VII Arelate 297)

Obverse

Reverse

Universität Regensburg, Münzsammlung

Catalog Reference

RIC VII Arelate 297

Ruler

Constantine I

Denomination

AE2

Date

325 AD-326 AD

Mint

Arelate

Metal

Bronze

Weight

3.28g

Diameter

21mm

Die Axis

6 h

Portrait Type

laureate

Manufacturing

struck

Obverse

FL IVL CONSTANTIVS NOB C

Bust of Constantius II, laureate, draped, cuirassed, left

Reverse

VIRTV-S CAESS

Camp gate with four turrets, open doors, varying number of stone layers; star above

About This Type

This RIC VII Arelate 297 is an ae2 of Constantine I (325 AD-326 AD), struck at the Arelate mint. The reverse depicts Camp gate with four turrets, open doors, varying number of stone layers; star above. Struck in bronze at a standard weight of 3.28g, 21mm 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 297?: RIC VII Arelate 297 is a Bronze AE2 of Constantine I (325 AD-326 AD) struck at the Arelate mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VII Arelate 297.
How do you identify RIC VII Arelate 297?: The obverse depicts Bust of Constantius II, laureate, draped, cuirassed, left with the inscription FL IVL CONSTANTIVS NOB C. The reverse depicts Camp gate with four turrets, open doors, varying number of stone layers; star above with the inscription VIRTV-S CAESS. Portrait type: laureate.
What are the physical specifications of RIC VII Arelate 297?: RIC VII Arelate 297 was struck in Bronze, standard weight 3.28g, diameter 21mm, die axis 6 h, struck.