How do you identify RIC VII Nicomedia 195?

The obverse depicts Bust of Roma, helmeted, wearing imperial cloak, left with the inscription VRBS - ROMA. The reverse depicts She-wolf, standing left, suckling twins; above, two stars with the inscription SMNS. Portrait type: helmeted.

What are the physical specifications of RIC VII Nicomedia 195?

RIC VII Nicomedia 195 was struck in Bronze, standard weight 2.72g, diameter 19mm, die axis 12 h, struck.

Constantine I AE2 (RIC VII Nicomedia 195)

Obverse

Reverse

Münzkabinett, Staatliche Museen zu Berlin

Catalog Reference

RIC VII Nicomedia 195

Ruler

Constantine I

Denomination

AE2

Date

330 AD-335 AD

Mint

Nicomedia

Metal

Bronze

Weight

2.72g

Diameter

19mm

Die Axis

12 h

Portrait Type

helmeted

Manufacturing

struck

Obverse

VRBS - ROMA

Bust of Roma, helmeted, wearing imperial cloak, left

Reverse

SMNS

She-wolf, standing left, suckling twins; above, two stars

About This Type

This RIC VII Nicomedia 195 is an ae2 of Constantine I (330 AD-335 AD), struck at the Nicomedia mint. The reverse depicts She-wolf, standing left, suckling twins; above, two stars. Struck in bronze at a standard weight of 2.72g, 19mm diameter.

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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is RIC VII Nicomedia 195?: RIC VII Nicomedia 195 is a Bronze AE2 of Constantine I (330 AD-335 AD) struck at the Nicomedia mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VII Nicomedia 195.
How do you identify RIC VII Nicomedia 195?: The obverse depicts Bust of Roma, helmeted, wearing imperial cloak, left with the inscription VRBS - ROMA. The reverse depicts She-wolf, standing left, suckling twins; above, two stars with the inscription SMNS. Portrait type: helmeted.
What are the physical specifications of RIC VII Nicomedia 195?: RIC VII Nicomedia 195 was struck in Bronze, standard weight 2.72g, diameter 19mm, die axis 12 h, struck.