How do you identify RIC VII Arelate 369?

The obverse depicts Bust of Constantinopolis, laureate, helmeted, wearing imperial cloak, left, holding reversed spear in right hand with the inscription CONSTAN-TINOPOLIS. The reverse depicts Victory, winged, draped, standing left on prow, holding long sceptre in right hand and resting left hand on shield. Portrait type: laureate.

Constantine I AE2, Victory (RIC VII Arelate 369)

Catalog Reference

RIC VII Arelate 369

Ruler

Constantine I

Denomination

AE2

Date

332 AD-333 AD

Mint

Arelate

Metal

Bronze

Portrait Type

laureate

Obverse

CONSTAN-TINOPOLIS

Bust of Constantinopolis, laureate, helmeted, wearing imperial cloak, left, holding reversed spear in right hand

Reverse

Victory, winged, draped, standing left on prow, holding long sceptre in right hand and resting left hand on shield

About This Type

This RIC VII Arelate 369 is an ae2 of Constantine I (332 AD-333 AD), struck at the Arelate mint. The reverse depicts Victory, winged, draped, standing left on prow, holding long sceptre in right hand and resting left hand on shield.

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 369?: RIC VII Arelate 369 is a Bronze AE2 of Constantine I (332 AD-333 AD) struck at the Arelate mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VII Arelate 369.
How do you identify RIC VII Arelate 369?: The obverse depicts Bust of Constantinopolis, laureate, helmeted, wearing imperial cloak, left, holding reversed spear in right hand with the inscription CONSTAN-TINOPOLIS. The reverse depicts Victory, winged, draped, standing left on prow, holding long sceptre in right hand and resting left hand on shield. Portrait type: laureate.