RIC VII Nicomedia 186 Constantine I obverse, Head of Dalmatius, diademed, right, looking upward Obverse

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Catalog Reference
RIC VII Nicomedia 186
Ruler
Constantine I
Denomination
Uncertain Value
Date
336 AD-337 AD
Mint
Nicomedia
Metal
Silver
Portrait Type
diademed

Obverse

Head of Dalmatius, diademed, right, looking upward

Reverse

DELMATI-VS CAESAR

Victory, winged, draped, advancing left, holding wreath in right hand and palm in left hand

About This Type

This RIC VII Nicomedia 186 is an uncertain value of Constantine I (336 AD-337 AD), struck at the Nicomedia mint. The reverse depicts Victory, winged, draped, advancing left, holding wreath in right hand and palm in left hand.

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 186?
RIC VII Nicomedia 186 is a Silver Uncertain Value of Constantine I (336 AD-337 AD) struck at the Nicomedia mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VII Nicomedia 186.
How do you identify RIC VII Nicomedia 186?
The obverse depicts Head of Dalmatius, diademed, right, looking upward. The reverse depicts Victory, winged, draped, advancing left, holding wreath in right hand and palm in left hand with the inscription DELMATI-VS CAESAR. Portrait type: diademed.

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