RIC VII Nicomedia 101 — Constantine I 2-Solidus
RIC VII Nicomedia 101 · 325 AD · Nicomedia
Obverse
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Obverse
D N CONSTANTINVS MAX AVG
Bust of Constantine I, diademed, draped, cuirassed, left, holding Victory in right hand
Reverse
GLORIA RO-MANORVM
Roma, helmeted, draped, seated left on cuirass, holding Victory on globe in right hand and sceptre in left hand; behind, shield
About This Type
This RIC VII Nicomedia 101 is a 2-solidus of Constantine I (325 AD), struck at the Nicomedia mint. The reverse depicts Roma, helmeted, draped, seated left on cuirass, holding Victory on globe in right hand and sceptre in left hand; behind, shield.
About the Nicomedia Mint
Nicomedia (modern Izmit, Turkey) served as an eastern imperial mint from Diocletian's reform onward. It was particularly important under the Tetrarchy when Nicomedia served as a capital.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is RIC VII Nicomedia 101?
- RIC VII Nicomedia 101 is a Gold 2-Solidus of Constantine I (325 AD) struck at the Nicomedia mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VII Nicomedia 101.
- How do you identify RIC VII Nicomedia 101?
- The obverse depicts Bust of Constantine I, diademed, draped, cuirassed, left, holding Victory in right hand with the inscription D N CONSTANTINVS MAX AVG. The reverse depicts Roma, helmeted, draped, seated left on cuirass, holding Victory on globe in right hand and sceptre in left hand; behind, shield with the inscription GLORIA RO-MANORVM. Portrait type: diademed.
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