RIC VII Nicomedia 142 Constantine I obverse — Bust of Constantine II, laureate, cuirassed, right Obverse

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Catalog Reference
RIC VII Nicomedia 142
Ruler
Constantine I
Denomination
Uncertain Value
Date
326 AD-327 AD
Mint
Nicomedia
Metal
Silver
Portrait Type
laureate

Obverse

D N CONSTANTINVS IVN NOB CAES

Bust of Constantine II, laureate, cuirassed, right

Reverse

FELICITAS ROMANORVM

Constantine I, draped, standing left under arch between two sons, each holding sceptre and globe

About This Type

This RIC VII Nicomedia 142 is an uncertain value of Constantine I (326 AD-327 AD), struck at the Nicomedia mint. The reverse depicts Constantine I, draped, standing left under arch between two sons, each holding sceptre and globe.

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 142?
RIC VII Nicomedia 142 is a Silver Uncertain Value of Constantine I (326 AD-327 AD) struck at the Nicomedia mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VII Nicomedia 142.
How do you identify RIC VII Nicomedia 142?
The obverse depicts Bust of Constantine II, laureate, cuirassed, right with the inscription D N CONSTANTINVS IVN NOB CAES. The reverse depicts Constantine I, draped, standing left under arch between two sons, each holding sceptre and globe with the inscription FELICITAS ROMANORVM. Portrait type: laureate.

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