What is RIC VII Lugdunum 121?

RIC VII Lugdunum 121 is a Bronze AE2 of Constantine I (321 AD) struck at the Lugdunum mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VII Lugdunum 121.

Constantine I AE2, Standard (RIC VII Lugdunum 121)

Obverse

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Catalog Reference

RIC VII Lugdunum 121

Ruler

Constantine I

Denomination

AE2

Date

321 AD

Mint

Lugdunum

Metal

Bronze

Portrait Type

laureate

Obverse

CRISPVS - NOB CAES

Head of Crispus, laureate, right

Reverse

VIRTVS - EXERCIT

Standard inscribed VOT/XX flanked by two seated captives

About This Type

This RIC VII Lugdunum 121 is an ae2 of Constantine I (321 AD), struck at the Lugdunum mint. The reverse depicts Standard inscribed VOT/XX flanked by two seated captives.

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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is RIC VII Lugdunum 121?: RIC VII Lugdunum 121 is a Bronze AE2 of Constantine I (321 AD) struck at the Lugdunum mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VII Lugdunum 121.
How do you identify RIC VII Lugdunum 121?: The obverse depicts Head of Crispus, laureate, right with the inscription CRISPVS - NOB CAES. The reverse depicts Standard inscribed VOT/XX flanked by two seated captives with the inscription VIRTVS - EXERCIT. Portrait type: laureate.