What is RIC VII Lugdunum 101?

RIC VII Lugdunum 101 is a Bronze AE2 of Constantine I (320 AD) struck at the Lugdunum mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VII Lugdunum 101.

How do you identify RIC VII Lugdunum 101?

The obverse depicts Head of Constantine I, laureate, right with the inscription CONSTAN-TINVS AVG or CONS-TANTINVS AVG or CONS-TA-NTINVS AVG or CONSTA-NTINVS AVG. The reverse depicts Trophy, flanked by two seated captives with the inscription VIRTVS - EXERCIT. Portrait type: laureate.

What are the physical specifications of RIC VII Lugdunum 101?

RIC VII Lugdunum 101 was struck in Bronze, standard weight 2.47g, die axis 12 h, struck.

Constantine I AE2, Trophy (RIC VII Lugdunum 101)

Obverse

Reverse

Akademisches Kunstmuseum, Universität Bonn

Catalog Reference

RIC VII Lugdunum 101

Ruler

Constantine I

Denomination

AE2

Date

320 AD

Mint

Lugdunum

Metal

Bronze

Weight

2.47g

Die Axis

12 h

Portrait Type

laureate

Manufacturing

struck

Obverse

CONSTAN-TINVS AVG or CONS-TANTINVS AVG or CONS-TA-NTINVS AVG or CONSTA-NTINVS AVG

Head of Constantine I, laureate, right

Reverse

VIRTVS - EXERCIT

Trophy, flanked by two seated captives

About This Type

This RIC VII Lugdunum 101 is an ae2 of Constantine I (320 AD), struck at the Lugdunum mint. The reverse depicts Trophy, flanked by two seated captives. Struck in bronze at a standard weight of 2.47g.

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 Lugdunum Mint

Lugdunum (modern Lyon, France) was the main western imperial mint from Augustus through the early second century. It was the sole mint for precious metal coinage for extended periods under Augustus and Tiberius.

All Constantine I coins Lugdunum mint All AE2 coins

Frequently Asked Questions

What is RIC VII Lugdunum 101?: RIC VII Lugdunum 101 is a Bronze AE2 of Constantine I (320 AD) struck at the Lugdunum mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VII Lugdunum 101.
How do you identify RIC VII Lugdunum 101?: The obverse depicts Head of Constantine I, laureate, right with the inscription CONSTAN-TINVS AVG or CONS-TANTINVS AVG or CONS-TA-NTINVS AVG or CONSTA-NTINVS AVG. The reverse depicts Trophy, flanked by two seated captives with the inscription VIRTVS - EXERCIT. Portrait type: laureate.
What are the physical specifications of RIC VII Lugdunum 101?: RIC VII Lugdunum 101 was struck in Bronze, standard weight 2.47g, die axis 12 h, struck.