Constantine I 9-Solidus, Constantine reverse
RIC VII Nicomedia 174 · 335 AD · Nicomedia
Obverse
Reverse
Münzkabinett, Staatliche Museen zu Berlin
Obverse
CONSTANTINVS IVN NOB CAES
Bust of Constantine II, laureate, cuirassed, right
Reverse
FELICIT-AS PERPETVA AVG E-T CAESS NN
Constantine I, nimbate, draped, seated front on throne on platform, leaning on sceptre; on either side, prince, draped, cuirassed, holding spear and shield
About This Type
This RIC VII Nicomedia 174 is a 9-solidus of Constantine I (335 AD), struck at the Nicomedia mint. The reverse depicts Constantine I, nimbate, draped, seated front on throne on platform, leaning on sceptre; on either side, prince, draped, cuirassed, holding spear and 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 174?
- RIC VII Nicomedia 174 is a Gold 9-Solidus of Constantine I (335 AD) struck at the Nicomedia mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VII Nicomedia 174.
- How do you identify RIC VII Nicomedia 174?
- The obverse depicts Bust of Constantine II, laureate, cuirassed, right with the inscription CONSTANTINVS IVN NOB CAES. The reverse depicts Constantine I, nimbate, draped, seated front on throne on platform, leaning on sceptre; on either side, prince, draped, cuirassed, holding spear and shield with the inscription FELICIT-AS PERPETVA AVG E-T CAESS NN. Portrait type: laureate.
- What are the physical specifications of RIC VII Nicomedia 174?
- RIC VII Nicomedia 174 was struck in Gold, diameter 48mm, struck.
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