What is RIC VII Arelate 343?

RIC VII Arelate 343 is a Bronze AE2 of Constantine I (330 AD) struck at the Arelate mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VII Arelate 343.

How do you identify RIC VII Arelate 343?

The obverse depicts Bust of Roma, helmeted, wearing imperial cloak, left with the inscription VRBS - ROMA. The reverse depicts She-wolf, standing left, suckling twins; above, two stars. Portrait type: helmeted.

Constantine I AE2 (RIC VII Arelate 343)

Catalog Reference

RIC VII Arelate 343

Ruler

Constantine I

Denomination

AE2

Date

330 AD

Mint

Arelate

Metal

Bronze

Portrait Type

helmeted

Obverse

VRBS - ROMA

Bust of Roma, helmeted, wearing imperial cloak, left

Reverse

She-wolf, standing left, suckling twins; above, two stars

About This Type

This RIC VII Arelate 343 is an ae2 of Constantine I (330 AD), struck at the Arelate mint. The reverse depicts She-wolf, standing left, suckling twins; above, two stars.

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 343?: RIC VII Arelate 343 is a Bronze AE2 of Constantine I (330 AD) struck at the Arelate mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VII Arelate 343.
How do you identify RIC VII Arelate 343?: The obverse depicts Bust of Roma, helmeted, wearing imperial cloak, left with the inscription VRBS - ROMA. The reverse depicts She-wolf, standing left, suckling twins; above, two stars. Portrait type: helmeted.