How do you identify RIC VII Cyzicus 72?

The obverse depicts Bust of Roma, wearing plumed helmet, left with the inscription VRBS - ROMA. The reverse depicts She-wolf, standing left, suckling twins; above, two stars with the inscription SMKA.

What are the physical specifications of RIC VII Cyzicus 72?

RIC VII Cyzicus 72 was struck in Bronze, standard weight 2.19g, diameter 19mm, die axis 11 h, struck.

Constantine I AE2 (RIC VII Cyzicus 72)

Obverse

Reverse

Seminar für Alte Geschichte, Universität Freiburg

Catalog Reference

RIC VII Cyzicus 72

Ruler

Constantine I

Denomination

AE2

Date

330 AD-334 AD

Mint

Cyzicus

Metal

Bronze

Weight

2.19g

Diameter

19mm

Die Axis

11 h

Manufacturing

struck

Obverse

VRBS - ROMA

Bust of Roma, wearing plumed helmet, left

Reverse

SMKA

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

About This Type

This RIC VII Cyzicus 72 is an ae2 of Constantine I (330 AD-334 AD), struck at the Cyzicus mint. The reverse depicts She-wolf, standing left, suckling twins; above, two stars. Struck in bronze at a standard weight of 2.19g, 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 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.

All Constantine I coins Cyzicus mint All AE2 coins

Frequently Asked Questions

What is RIC VII Cyzicus 72?: RIC VII Cyzicus 72 is a Bronze AE2 of Constantine I (330 AD-334 AD) struck at the Cyzicus mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VII Cyzicus 72.
How do you identify RIC VII Cyzicus 72?: The obverse depicts Bust of Roma, wearing plumed helmet, left with the inscription VRBS - ROMA. The reverse depicts She-wolf, standing left, suckling twins; above, two stars with the inscription SMKA.
What are the physical specifications of RIC VII Cyzicus 72?: RIC VII Cyzicus 72 was struck in Bronze, standard weight 2.19g, diameter 19mm, die axis 11 h, struck.