What is RIC VII Arelate 390?

RIC VII Arelate 390 is a Bronze AE2 of Constantine I (335 AD) struck at the Arelate mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VII Arelate 390.

What are the physical specifications of RIC VII Arelate 390?

RIC VII Arelate 390 was struck in Bronze, standard weight 2.27g, diameter 18mm, die axis 12 h, struck.

Constantine I AE2 (RIC VII Arelate 390)

Obverse

Reverse

Akademisches Kunstmuseum, Universität Bonn

Catalog Reference

RIC VII Arelate 390

Ruler

Constantine I

Denomination

AE2

Date

335 AD

Mint

Arelate

Metal

Bronze

Weight

2.27g

Diameter

18mm

Die Axis

12 h

Portrait Type

laureate

Manufacturing

struck

Obverse

FL IVL CONSTANS NOB C

Bust of Constans, laureate, draped, cuirassed, right, seen from behind

Reverse

GLOR-IA EXERC-ITVS

Two soldiers, helmeted, draped, cuirassed, standing facing each other, each holding spear in outer hand and resting inner hand on shield; between them, two standards

About This Type

This RIC VII Arelate 390 is an ae2 of Constantine I (335 AD), struck at the Arelate mint. The reverse depicts Two soldiers, helmeted, draped, cuirassed, standing facing each other, each holding spear in outer hand and resting inner hand on shield; between them, two standards. Struck in bronze at a standard weight of 2.27g, 18mm 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 390?: RIC VII Arelate 390 is a Bronze AE2 of Constantine I (335 AD) struck at the Arelate mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VII Arelate 390.
How do you identify RIC VII Arelate 390?: The obverse depicts Bust of Constans, laureate, draped, cuirassed, right, seen from behind with the inscription FL IVL CONSTANS NOB C. The reverse depicts Two soldiers, helmeted, draped, cuirassed, standing facing each other, each holding spear in outer hand and resting inner hand on shield; between them, two standards with the inscription GLOR-IA EXERC-ITVS. Portrait type: laureate.
What are the physical specifications of RIC VII Arelate 390?: RIC VII Arelate 390 was struck in Bronze, standard weight 2.27g, diameter 18mm, die axis 12 h, struck.