RIC VII Lugdunum 133 Constantine I obverse, Bust of Crispus, laureate, cuirassed, right Obverse
RIC VII Lugdunum 133 Constantine I reverse, Globe on altar inscribed VOT/IS/XX; above, three stars Reverse

Seminar für Alte Geschichte, Universität Freiburg

Catalog Reference
RIC VII Lugdunum 133
Ruler
Constantine I
Denomination
AE2
Date
321 AD
Mint
Lugdunum
Metal
Bronze
Weight
2.8g
Diameter
18mm
Die Axis
1 h
Portrait Type
laureate
Manufacturing
struck

Obverse

CRISPVS - NOB CAES

Bust of Crispus, laureate, cuirassed, right

Reverse

BEATA TRANQVILLITAS

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

About This Type

This RIC VII Lugdunum 133 is an ae2 of Constantine I (321 AD), struck at the Lugdunum mint. The reverse depicts Globe on altar inscribed VOT/IS/XX; above, three stars. Struck in bronze at a standard weight of 2.8g, 18mm 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 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is RIC VII Lugdunum 133?
RIC VII Lugdunum 133 is a Bronze AE2 of Constantine I (321 AD) struck at the Lugdunum mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VII Lugdunum 133.
How do you identify RIC VII Lugdunum 133?
The obverse depicts Bust of Crispus, laureate, cuirassed, right with the inscription CRISPVS - NOB CAES. The reverse depicts Globe on altar inscribed VOT/IS/XX; above, three stars with the inscription BEATA TRANQVILLITAS. Portrait type: laureate.
What are the physical specifications of RIC VII Lugdunum 133?
RIC VII Lugdunum 133 was struck in Bronze, standard weight 2.8g, diameter 18mm, die axis 1 h, struck.

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