What is RIC VII Lugdunum 253?

RIC VII Lugdunum 253 is a Bronze AE2 of Constantine I (332 AD) struck at the Lugdunum mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VII Lugdunum 253.

Constantine I AE2 (RIC VII Lugdunum 253)

Catalog Reference

RIC VII Lugdunum 253

Ruler

Constantine I

Denomination

AE2

Date

332 AD

Mint

Lugdunum

Metal

Bronze

Portrait Type

diademed

Obverse

CONSTANTI-NVS MAX AVG

Bust of Constantine I, rosette-diademed, draped, cuirassed, right

Reverse

GLOR-IA EXERC-ITVS

Two soldiers, helmeted, draped, cuirassed, standing facing each other, each holding reversed spear in outer hand and resting inner hand on shield; between them, two standards

About This Type

This RIC VII Lugdunum 253 is an ae2 of Constantine I (332 AD), struck at the Lugdunum mint. The reverse depicts Two soldiers, helmeted, draped, cuirassed, standing facing each other, each holding reversed spear in outer hand and resting inner hand on shield; between them, two standards.

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 253?: RIC VII Lugdunum 253 is a Bronze AE2 of Constantine I (332 AD) struck at the Lugdunum mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VII Lugdunum 253.
How do you identify RIC VII Lugdunum 253?: The obverse depicts Bust of Constantine I, rosette-diademed, draped, cuirassed, right with the inscription CONSTANTI-NVS MAX AVG. The reverse depicts Two soldiers, helmeted, draped, cuirassed, standing facing each other, each holding reversed spear in outer hand and resting inner hand on shield; between them, two standards with the inscription GLOR-IA EXERC-ITVS. Portrait type: diademed.