Constantine I Solidus — RIC VII Heraclea 101

Obverse

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Catalog Reference

RIC VII Heraclea 101

Ruler

Constantine I

Denomination

Solidus

Date

326 AD-330 AD

Mint

Heraclea Thracica

Metal

Gold

Portrait Type

laureate

Obverse

CONSTANTINVS IVN NOB CAES

Bust of Constantine II, laureate, draped, cuirassed, right

Reverse

VICTORIA - CAESAR NN

Victory, winged, draped, advancing left, holding wreath in right hand and palm in left hand

About This Type

This RIC VII Heraclea 101 is a solidus of Constantine I (326 AD-330 AD), struck at the Heraclea Thracica mint. The reverse depicts Victory, winged, draped, advancing left, holding wreath in right hand and palm in left hand.

About the Solidus

The solidus was the gold coin of the late Roman and Byzantine empires, introduced by Constantine I around 309 AD at 4.5 grams. It maintained its weight standard for over seven centuries, making it one of the most stable currencies in history.

About the Heraclea Thracica Mint

Heraclea Thracica (modern Eregli, Turkey) was a late Roman mint established during Diocletian's reform, producing coinage from the late third through the mid-fifth century.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is RIC VII Heraclea 101?: RIC VII Heraclea 101 is a Gold Solidus of Constantine I (326 AD-330 AD) struck at the Heraclea Thracica mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VII Heraclea 101.
How do you identify RIC VII Heraclea 101?: The obverse depicts Bust of Constantine II, laureate, draped, cuirassed, right with the inscription CONSTANTINVS IVN NOB CAES. The reverse depicts Victory, winged, draped, advancing left, holding wreath in right hand and palm in left hand with the inscription VICTORIA - CAESAR NN. Portrait type: laureate.