How do you identify RIC VII Constantinople 78?

The obverse depicts Bust of Roma, helmeted, wearing imperial cloak, left with the inscription VRBS - ROMA. The reverse depicts She-wolf, standing left, suckling twins; above, two stars with the inscription CONS∈ Punkt. Portrait type: helmeted.

What are the physical specifications of RIC VII Constantinople 78?

RIC VII Constantinople 78 was struck in Bronze, standard weight 2.3g, diameter 19mm, die axis 6 h, struck.

Constantine I AE2 — RIC VII Constantinople 78

Obverse

Reverse

Seminar für Alte Geschichte, Universität Freiburg

Catalog Reference

RIC VII Constantinople 78

Ruler

Constantine I

Denomination

AE2

Date

333 AD-335 AD

Mint

Constantinople

Metal

Bronze

Weight

2.3g

Diameter

19mm

Die Axis

6 h

Portrait Type

helmeted

Manufacturing

struck

Obverse

VRBS - ROMA

Bust of Roma, helmeted, wearing imperial cloak, left

Reverse

CONS∈ Punkt

She-wolf, standing left, suckling twins; above, two stars

About This Type

This RIC VII Constantinople 78 is an ae2 of Constantine I (333 AD-335 AD), struck at the Constantinople mint. The reverse depicts She-wolf, standing left, suckling twins; above, two stars. Struck in bronze at a standard weight of 2.3g, 19mm 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 Constantinople Mint

Constantinople (modern Istanbul) became the principal mint of the eastern Roman Empire after its foundation in 330 AD. It remained the dominant mint for gold coinage throughout the Byzantine period.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is RIC VII Constantinople 78?: RIC VII Constantinople 78 is a Bronze AE2 of Constantine I (333 AD-335 AD) struck at the Constantinople mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VII Constantinople 78.
How do you identify RIC VII Constantinople 78?: The obverse depicts Bust of Roma, helmeted, wearing imperial cloak, left with the inscription VRBS - ROMA. The reverse depicts She-wolf, standing left, suckling twins; above, two stars with the inscription CONS∈ Punkt. Portrait type: helmeted.
What are the physical specifications of RIC VII Constantinople 78?: RIC VII Constantinople 78 was struck in Bronze, standard weight 2.3g, diameter 19mm, die axis 6 h, struck.