What is RIC VII Lugdunum 251?

RIC VII Lugdunum 251 is a Bronze AE2 of Constantine I (332 AD) struck at the Lugdunum mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VII Lugdunum 251.

How do you identify RIC VII Lugdunum 251?

The obverse depicts Bust of Constantinopolis, laureate, helmeted, wearing imperial cloak, left, holding reversed spear in right hand with the inscription CONSTAN-TINOPOLIS. The reverse depicts Victory, winged, draped, standing left on prow, holding spear in right hand and shield in left hand. Portrait type: laureate.

Constantine I AE2, Victory (RIC VII Lugdunum 251)

Catalog Reference

RIC VII Lugdunum 251

Ruler

Constantine I

Denomination

AE2

Date

332 AD

Mint

Lugdunum

Metal

Bronze

Portrait Type

laureate

Obverse

CONSTAN-TINOPOLIS

Bust of Constantinopolis, laureate, helmeted, wearing imperial cloak, left, holding reversed spear in right hand

Reverse

Victory, winged, draped, standing left on prow, holding spear in right hand and shield in left hand

About This Type

This RIC VII Lugdunum 251 is an ae2 of Constantine I (332 AD), struck at the Lugdunum mint. The reverse depicts Victory, winged, draped, standing left on prow, holding spear in right hand and shield in left hand.

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 251?: RIC VII Lugdunum 251 is a Bronze AE2 of Constantine I (332 AD) struck at the Lugdunum mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VII Lugdunum 251.
How do you identify RIC VII Lugdunum 251?: The obverse depicts Bust of Constantinopolis, laureate, helmeted, wearing imperial cloak, left, holding reversed spear in right hand with the inscription CONSTAN-TINOPOLIS. The reverse depicts Victory, winged, draped, standing left on prow, holding spear in right hand and shield in left hand. Portrait type: laureate.