Constantine I AE2
RIC VII Arelate 398 · 336 AD · Arelate
Obverse
FL DELMATI-VS NOB CAES
Bust of Dalmatius, laureate, draped, cuirassed, right
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 398 is an ae2 of Constantine I (336 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.
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).
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is RIC VII Arelate 398?
- RIC VII Arelate 398 is a Bronze AE2 of Constantine I (336 AD) struck at the Arelate mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VII Arelate 398.
- How do you identify RIC VII Arelate 398?
- The obverse depicts Bust of Dalmatius, laureate, draped, cuirassed, right with the inscription FL DELMATI-VS NOB CAES. 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.
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