Constantine I AE2
RIC VII Arelate 399 · 336 AD · Arelate
Obverse
Reverse
Akademisches Kunstmuseum, Universität Bonn
Obverse
FL DELMA-TIVS NOB C
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 399 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. Struck in bronze at a standard weight of 1.13g, 15mm 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).
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is RIC VII Arelate 399?
- RIC VII Arelate 399 is a Bronze AE2 of Constantine I (336 AD) struck at the Arelate mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VII Arelate 399.
- How do you identify RIC VII Arelate 399?
- The obverse depicts Bust of Dalmatius, laureate, draped, cuirassed, right with the inscription FL DELMA-TIVS 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 399?
- RIC VII Arelate 399 was struck in Bronze, standard weight 1.13g, diameter 15mm, die axis 12 h, struck.
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