How do you identify RIC VII Cyzicus 31?

The obverse depicts Bust of Crispus, laureate, draped, cuirassed, left. The reverse depicts CRISPVS / CAESAR; above, star. Portrait type: laureate.

Constantine I AE2, CRISPVS (RIC VII Cyzicus 31)

Catalog Reference

RIC VII Cyzicus 31

Ruler

Constantine I

Denomination

AE2

Date

325 AD-326 AD

Mint

Cyzicus

Metal

Bronze

Portrait Type

laureate

Obverse

Bust of Crispus, laureate, draped, cuirassed, left

Reverse

CRISPVS / CAESAR; above, star

About This Type

This RIC VII Cyzicus 31 is an ae2 of Constantine I (325 AD-326 AD), struck at the Cyzicus mint. The reverse depicts CRISPVS / CAESAR; above, star.

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 Cyzicus Mint

Cyzicus (in modern Turkey) was a major eastern mint from the third century onward. Its mint mark typically appears as a variant of SMK in the reverse exergue of late Roman coinage.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is RIC VII Cyzicus 31?: RIC VII Cyzicus 31 is a Bronze AE2 of Constantine I (325 AD-326 AD) struck at the Cyzicus mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VII Cyzicus 31.
How do you identify RIC VII Cyzicus 31?: The obverse depicts Bust of Crispus, laureate, draped, cuirassed, left. The reverse depicts CRISPVS / CAESAR; above, star. Portrait type: laureate.