What is RIC VII Nicomedia 181?

RIC VII Nicomedia 181 is a Gold Solidus of Constantine I (335 AD) struck at the Nicomedia mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VII Nicomedia 181.

Constantine I Solidus — RIC VII Nicomedia 181

Obverse

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Catalog Reference

RIC VII Nicomedia 181

Ruler

Constantine I

Denomination

Solidus

Date

335 AD

Mint

Nicomedia

Metal

Gold

Portrait Type

laureate

Obverse

CONSTANTINVS IVN NOB C

Bust of Constantine II, laureate, cuirassed, right

Reverse

VIRTVS CON-STANTINI CAES

Constantine II, draped, cuirassed, cloak flying, dragging captive by hair with left hand and holding trophy across left shoulder

About This Type

This RIC VII Nicomedia 181 is a solidus of Constantine I (335 AD), struck at the Nicomedia mint. The reverse depicts Constantine II, draped, cuirassed, cloak flying, dragging captive by hair with left hand and holding trophy across left shoulder.

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 181?: RIC VII Nicomedia 181 is a Gold Solidus of Constantine I (335 AD) struck at the Nicomedia mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VII Nicomedia 181.
How do you identify RIC VII Nicomedia 181?: The obverse depicts Bust of Constantine II, laureate, cuirassed, right with the inscription CONSTANTINVS IVN NOB C. The reverse depicts Constantine II, draped, cuirassed, cloak flying, dragging captive by hair with left hand and holding trophy across left shoulder with the inscription VIRTVS CON-STANTINI CAES. Portrait type: laureate.