What is RIC VII Arelate 79?

RIC VII Arelate 79 is a Bronze AE2 of Constantine I (316 AD) struck at the Arelate mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VII Arelate 79.

Constantine I AE2 (RIC VII Arelate 79)

Catalog Reference

RIC VII Arelate 79

Ruler

Constantine I

Denomination

AE2

Date

316 AD

Mint

Arelate

Metal

Bronze

Portrait Type

laureate

Obverse

IMP CONSTANTINVS P F AVG

Bust of Constantine I, laureate, draped, cuirassed, right, seen from behind

Reverse

SOLI INV-I-CTO COMITI

Sol, radiate, chlamys draped across left shoulder, standing left, raising right hand and holding globe in left hand

About This Type

This RIC VII Arelate 79 is an ae2 of Constantine I (316 AD), struck at the Arelate mint. The reverse depicts Sol, radiate, chlamys draped across left shoulder, standing left, raising right hand and holding globe in left hand.

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 79?: RIC VII Arelate 79 is a Bronze AE2 of Constantine I (316 AD) struck at the Arelate mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VII Arelate 79.
How do you identify RIC VII Arelate 79?: The obverse depicts Bust of Constantine I, laureate, draped, cuirassed, right, seen from behind with the inscription IMP CONSTANTINVS P F AVG. The reverse depicts Sol, radiate, chlamys draped across left shoulder, standing left, raising right hand and holding globe in left hand with the inscription SOLI INV-I-CTO COMITI. Portrait type: laureate.