How do you identify RIC VII Lugdunum 242?

The obverse depicts Bust of Roma, helmeted, wearing imperial cloak, left with the inscription VRBS - ROMA. The reverse depicts She-wolf, standing left, suckling twins; above, two stars with the inscription P LG. Portrait type: helmeted.

What are the physical specifications of RIC VII Lugdunum 242?

RIC VII Lugdunum 242 was struck in Bronze, standard weight 1.77g, diameter 16mm, die axis 6 h, struck.

Constantine I AE2 (RIC VII Lugdunum 242)

Obverse

Reverse

Seminar für Alte Geschichte, Universität Freiburg

Catalog Reference

RIC VII Lugdunum 242

Ruler

Constantine I

Denomination

AE2

Date

330 AD-331 AD

Mint

Lugdunum

Metal

Bronze

Weight

1.77g

Diameter

16mm

Die Axis

6 h

Portrait Type

helmeted

Manufacturing

struck

Obverse

VRBS - ROMA

Bust of Roma, helmeted, wearing imperial cloak, left

Reverse

P LG

She-wolf, standing left, suckling twins; above, two stars

About This Type

This RIC VII Lugdunum 242 is an ae2 of Constantine I (330 AD-331 AD), struck at the Lugdunum mint. The reverse depicts She-wolf, standing left, suckling twins; above, two stars. Struck in bronze at a standard weight of 1.77g, 16mm 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 242?: RIC VII Lugdunum 242 is a Bronze AE2 of Constantine I (330 AD-331 AD) struck at the Lugdunum mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VII Lugdunum 242.
How do you identify RIC VII Lugdunum 242?: The obverse depicts Bust of Roma, helmeted, wearing imperial cloak, left with the inscription VRBS - ROMA. The reverse depicts She-wolf, standing left, suckling twins; above, two stars with the inscription P LG. Portrait type: helmeted.
What are the physical specifications of RIC VII Lugdunum 242?: RIC VII Lugdunum 242 was struck in Bronze, standard weight 1.77g, diameter 16mm, die axis 6 h, struck.