How do you identify RIC VII Cyzicus 90?

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. Portrait type: helmeted.

Constantine I AE2 (RIC VII Cyzicus 90)

Catalog Reference

RIC VII Cyzicus 90

Ruler

Constantine I

Denomination

AE2

Date

331 AD-334 AD

Mint

Cyzicus

Metal

Bronze

Portrait Type

helmeted

Obverse

VRBS - ROMA

Bust of Roma, helmeted, wearing imperial cloak, left

Reverse

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

About This Type

This RIC VII Cyzicus 90 is an ae2 of Constantine I (331 AD-334 AD), struck at the Cyzicus mint. The reverse depicts She-wolf, standing left, suckling twins; above, two stars.

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 90?: RIC VII Cyzicus 90 is a Bronze AE2 of Constantine I (331 AD-334 AD) struck at the Cyzicus mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VII Cyzicus 90.
How do you identify RIC VII Cyzicus 90?: 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. Portrait type: helmeted.