What is RIC VII Arelate 339?

RIC VII Arelate 339 is a Bronze AE2 of Constantine I (329 AD) struck at the Arelate mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VII Arelate 339.

How do you identify RIC VII Arelate 339?

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, without doors, varying number of stone layers; star above with the inscription VIRTV-S CAESS. Portrait type: laureate.

Constantine I AE2, Camp reverse (RIC VII Arelate 339)

Catalog Reference

RIC VII Arelate 339

Ruler

Constantine I

Denomination

AE2

Date

329 AD

Mint

Arelate

Metal

Bronze

Portrait Type

laureate

Obverse

FL IVL CONSTANTIVS NOB C

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

Reverse

VIRTV-S CAESS

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

About This Type

This RIC VII Arelate 339 is an ae2 of Constantine I (329 AD), struck at the Arelate mint. The reverse depicts Camp gate with four turrets, without doors, varying number of stone layers; star above.

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 339?: RIC VII Arelate 339 is a Bronze AE2 of Constantine I (329 AD) struck at the Arelate mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VII Arelate 339.
How do you identify RIC VII Arelate 339?: 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, without doors, varying number of stone layers; star above with the inscription VIRTV-S CAESS. Portrait type: laureate.