What is RIC VII Nicomedia 104?

RIC VII Nicomedia 104 is a Gold Solidus of Constantine I (325 AD) struck at the Nicomedia mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VII Nicomedia 104.

Constantine I Solidus — RIC VII Nicomedia 104

Obverse

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Catalog Reference

RIC VII Nicomedia 104

Ruler

Constantine I

Denomination

Solidus

Date

325 AD

Mint

Nicomedia

Metal

Gold

Portrait Type

laureate

Obverse

FL IVL CRIS-PVS NOB CAES

Bust of Crispus, laureate, nude, left, holding spear pointing forward in right hand and shield on left arm

Reverse

VIRTVS - CAESAR NN

Crispus, draped, cuirassed, galloping right, charging kneeling enemy with spear in right hand and holding shield on left arm; beneath horse, another enemy with shield

About This Type

This RIC VII Nicomedia 104 is a solidus of Constantine I (325 AD), struck at the Nicomedia mint. The reverse depicts Crispus, draped, cuirassed, galloping right, charging kneeling enemy with spear in right hand and holding shield on left arm; beneath horse, another enemy with shield.

About the Solidus

The solidus was the gold coin of the late Roman and Byzantine empires, introduced by Constantine I around 309 AD at 4.5 grams. It maintained its weight standard for over seven centuries, making it one of the most stable currencies in history.

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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is RIC VII Nicomedia 104?: RIC VII Nicomedia 104 is a Gold Solidus of Constantine I (325 AD) struck at the Nicomedia mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VII Nicomedia 104.
How do you identify RIC VII Nicomedia 104?: The obverse depicts Bust of Crispus, laureate, nude, left, holding spear pointing forward in right hand and shield on left arm with the inscription FL IVL CRIS-PVS NOB CAES. The reverse depicts Crispus, draped, cuirassed, galloping right, charging kneeling enemy with spear in right hand and holding shield on left arm; beneath horse, another enemy with shield with the inscription VIRTVS - CAESAR NN. Portrait type: laureate.