Licinius AE2, Genius reverse
RIC VII Lugdunum 48 · 315 AD-316 AD · Lugdunum · Issued under Constantine I
Obverse
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Obverse
IMP LICINIVS P F AVG
Bust of Licinius, laureate, cuirassed, right
Reverse
GENIO - POP ROM
Genius, turreted, draped with himation, standing left, holding patera in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand
About This Type
This RIC VII Lugdunum 48 is an ae2 of Licinius, issued under Constantine I (315 AD-316 AD), struck at the Lugdunum mint. The reverse depicts Genius, turreted, draped with himation, standing left, holding patera in right hand and cornucopiae 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is RIC VII Lugdunum 48?
- RIC VII Lugdunum 48 is a Bronze AE2 of Licinius issued under Constantine I (315 AD-316 AD) struck at the Lugdunum mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VII Lugdunum 48.
- How do you identify RIC VII Lugdunum 48?
- The obverse depicts Bust of Licinius, laureate, cuirassed, right with the inscription IMP LICINIVS P F AVG. The reverse depicts Genius, turreted, draped with himation, standing left, holding patera in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand with the inscription GENIO - POP ROM. Portrait type: laureate.
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