How do you identify RIC VII Lugdunum 229?

The obverse depicts Bust of Constantine II, laureate, draped, cuirassed, right, seen from behind with the inscription CONSTANTINVS IVN NOB C. 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.

What are the physical specifications of RIC VII Lugdunum 229?

RIC VII Lugdunum 229 was struck in Bronze, standard weight 2.83g, diameter 19mm, die axis 12 h, struck.

Constantine I AE2, Camp (RIC VII Lugdunum 229)

Obverse

Reverse

Akademisches Kunstmuseum, Universität Bonn

Catalog Reference

RIC VII Lugdunum 229

Ruler

Constantine I

Denomination

AE2

Date

324 AD-325 AD

Mint

Lugdunum

Metal

Bronze

Weight

2.83g

Diameter

19mm

Die Axis

12 h

Portrait Type

laureate

Manufacturing

struck

Obverse

CONSTANTINVS IVN NOB C

Bust of Constantine II, laureate, draped, cuirassed, right, seen from behind

Reverse

PROVIDEN-TIAE CAESS

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

About This Type

This RIC VII Lugdunum 229 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. Struck in bronze at a standard weight of 2.83g, 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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is RIC VII Lugdunum 229?: RIC VII Lugdunum 229 is a Bronze AE2 of Constantine I (324 AD-325 AD) struck at the Lugdunum mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VII Lugdunum 229.
How do you identify RIC VII Lugdunum 229?: The obverse depicts Bust of Constantine II, laureate, draped, cuirassed, right, seen from behind with the inscription CONSTANTINVS IVN NOB C. 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.
What are the physical specifications of RIC VII Lugdunum 229?: RIC VII Lugdunum 229 was struck in Bronze, standard weight 2.83g, diameter 19mm, die axis 12 h, struck.