How do you identify RIC VII Lugdunum 228?

The obverse depicts Bust of Crispus, laureate, draped, cuirassed, left with the inscription FL IVL CRISPVS NOB CAES. The reverse depicts Camp gate with two turrets, without doors, with six stone layers; star above with the inscription PROVIDEN-TIAE CAESS. Portrait type: laureate.

Constantine I AE2, Camp (RIC VII Lugdunum 228)

Reverse

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Catalog Reference

RIC VII Lugdunum 228

Ruler

Constantine I

Denomination

AE2

Date

324 AD-325 AD

Mint

Lugdunum

Metal

Bronze

Portrait Type

laureate

Obverse

FL IVL CRISPVS NOB CAES

Bust of Crispus, laureate, draped, cuirassed, left

Reverse

PROVIDEN-TIAE CAESS

Camp gate with two turrets, without doors, with six stone layers; star above

About This Type

This RIC VII Lugdunum 228 is an ae2 of Constantine I (324 AD-325 AD), struck at the Lugdunum mint. The reverse depicts Camp gate with two turrets, without doors, with six stone layers; star above.

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 228?: RIC VII Lugdunum 228 is a Bronze AE2 of Constantine I (324 AD-325 AD) struck at the Lugdunum mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VII Lugdunum 228.
How do you identify RIC VII Lugdunum 228?: The obverse depicts Bust of Crispus, laureate, draped, cuirassed, left with the inscription FL IVL CRISPVS NOB CAES. The reverse depicts Camp gate with two turrets, without doors, with six stone layers; star above with the inscription PROVIDEN-TIAE CAESS. Portrait type: laureate.