Constantine I AE2, Standard reverse
RIC VII Londinium 191 · 320 AD-321 AD · Londinium
Obverse
Reverse
Universität Wien, Institut für Numismatik und Geldgeschichte
Obverse
CONSTAN-TINVS AVG or CONSTA-NTINVS AVG or CONSTANTI-NVS AVG
Bust of Constantine I, helmeted, cuirassed, right
Reverse
VIRTVS - EXERCIT
Standard inscribed VOT/XX flanked by two seated captives
About This Type
This RIC VII Londinium 191 is an ae2 of Constantine I (320 AD-321 AD), struck at the Londinium mint. The reverse depicts Standard inscribed VOT/XX flanked by two seated captives. Struck in bronze at a standard weight of 2.28g, 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 Londinium Mint
The Londinium mint (modern London) operated intermittently from Carausius through the early fourth century. Its output was relatively small compared to continental mints, making London-mint coins scarcer.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is RIC VII Londinium 191?
- RIC VII Londinium 191 is a Bronze AE2 of Constantine I (320 AD-321 AD) struck at the Londinium mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VII Londinium 191.
- How do you identify RIC VII Londinium 191?
- The obverse depicts Bust of Constantine I, helmeted, cuirassed, right with the inscription CONSTAN-TINVS AVG or CONSTA-NTINVS AVG or CONSTANTI-NVS AVG. The reverse depicts Standard inscribed VOT/XX flanked by two seated captives with the inscription VIRTVS - EXERCIT. Portrait type: helmeted.
- What are the physical specifications of RIC VII Londinium 191?
- RIC VII Londinium 191 was struck in Bronze, standard weight 2.28g, diameter 19mm, die axis 6 h, struck.
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