Fausta AE2, Fausta reverse
RIC VII Nicomedia 131 · 325 AD-326 AD · Nicomedia · Issued under Constantine I
Obverse
Reverse
Heinrich-Schliemann-Institut, Universität Rostock
Obverse
FLAV MAX - FAVSTA AVG
Bust of Fausta, waved hair, mantled, right
Reverse
SPES REI - PVBLICAE
Fausta, veiled, draped, standing front, head left, holding two children in her arms
About This Type
This RIC VII Nicomedia 131 is an ae2 of Fausta, issued under Constantine I (325 AD-326 AD), struck at the Nicomedia mint. The reverse depicts Fausta, veiled, draped, standing front, head left, holding two children in her arms.
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 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 131?
- RIC VII Nicomedia 131 is a Bronze AE2 of Fausta issued under Constantine I (325 AD-326 AD) struck at the Nicomedia mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VII Nicomedia 131.
- How do you identify RIC VII Nicomedia 131?
- The obverse depicts Bust of Fausta, waved hair, mantled, right with the inscription FLAV MAX - FAVSTA AVG. The reverse depicts Fausta, veiled, draped, standing front, head left, holding two children in her arms with the inscription SPES REI - PVBLICAE.
- What are the physical specifications of RIC VII Nicomedia 131?
- RIC VII Nicomedia 131 was struck in Bronze, diameter 19mm, die axis 6 h, struck.
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