Constantine I AE2, Victory reverse
RIC VII Lugdunum 209 · 323 AD-324 AD · Lugdunum
Obverse
Reverse
Seminar für Alte Geschichte, Universität Freiburg
Obverse
CONSTAN-TINVS AVG
Head of Constantine I, laureate, right
Reverse
SARMATIA - DEVICTA
Victory, winged, draped, advancing right, holding trophy on right arm and branch in left hand, spurning a seated captive
About This Type
This RIC VII Lugdunum 209 is an ae2 of Constantine I (323 AD-324 AD), struck at the Lugdunum mint. The reverse depicts Victory, winged, draped, advancing right, holding trophy on right arm and branch in left hand, spurning a seated captive. Struck in bronze at a standard weight of 2.6g, 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 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 209?
- RIC VII Lugdunum 209 is a Bronze AE2 of Constantine I (323 AD-324 AD) struck at the Lugdunum mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VII Lugdunum 209.
- How do you identify RIC VII Lugdunum 209?
- The obverse depicts Head of Constantine I, laureate, right with the inscription CONSTAN-TINVS AVG. The reverse depicts Victory, winged, draped, advancing right, holding trophy on right arm and branch in left hand, spurning a seated captive with the inscription SARMATIA - DEVICTA. Portrait type: laureate.
- What are the physical specifications of RIC VII Lugdunum 209?
- RIC VII Lugdunum 209 was struck in Bronze, standard weight 2.6g, diameter 19mm, die axis 1 h, struck.
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