How do you identify RIC VII Londinium 237?

The obverse depicts Bust of Constantine I, helmeted, cuirassed, left with the inscription CONSTANTI-NVS IVN N C or CONSTANT-INVS IVN N C or CONSTANTIN-VS IVN N C. The reverse depicts Globe on altar inscribed VOT/IS/XX; above, three stars with the inscription BEATA TRA-NQVILLITAS. Portrait type: helmeted.

Constantine I AE2, Globe (RIC VII Londinium 237)

Catalog Reference

RIC VII Londinium 237

Ruler

Constantine I

Denomination

AE2

Date

321 AD-322 AD

Mint

Londinium

Metal

Bronze

Portrait Type

helmeted

Obverse

CONSTANTI-NVS IVN N C or CONSTANT-INVS IVN N C or CONSTANTIN-VS IVN N C

Bust of Constantine I, helmeted, cuirassed, left

Reverse

BEATA TRA-NQVILLITAS

Globe on altar inscribed VOT/IS/XX; above, three stars

About This Type

This RIC VII Londinium 237 is an ae2 of Constantine I (321 AD-322 AD), struck at the Londinium mint. The reverse depicts Globe on altar inscribed VOT/IS/XX; above, three 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 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.

All Constantine I coins Londinium mint All AE2 coins

Frequently Asked Questions

What is RIC VII Londinium 237?: RIC VII Londinium 237 is a Bronze AE2 of Constantine I (321 AD-322 AD) struck at the Londinium mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VII Londinium 237.
How do you identify RIC VII Londinium 237?: The obverse depicts Bust of Constantine I, helmeted, cuirassed, left with the inscription CONSTANTI-NVS IVN N C or CONSTANT-INVS IVN N C or CONSTANTIN-VS IVN N C. The reverse depicts Globe on altar inscribed VOT/IS/XX; above, three stars with the inscription BEATA TRA-NQVILLITAS. Portrait type: helmeted.