What is RIC VII Nicomedia 22?

RIC VII Nicomedia 22 is a Gold Aureus of Licinius (319 AD) struck at the Nicomedia mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VII Nicomedia 22.

Licinius Aureus (RIC VII Nicomedia 22)

Reverse

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Catalog Reference

RIC VII Nicomedia 22

Ruler

Licinius

Denomination

Aureus

Date

319 AD

Mint

Nicomedia

Metal

Gold

Portrait Type

laureate

Obverse

D N FL IVL CRISPVS NOB CAES

Bust of Crispus, laureate, draped, cuirassed, right

Reverse

SOLI IN-VICTO

Sol, radiate, standing left, wearing long robe, raising right hand and holding globe in left hand

About This Type

This RIC VII Nicomedia 22 is an aureus of Licinius (319 AD), struck at the Nicomedia mint. The reverse depicts Sol, radiate, standing left, wearing long robe, raising right hand and holding globe in left hand.

About the Aureus

The aureus was the principal Roman gold denomination, struck from the late Republic through the early fourth century. It typically weighs 7–8 grams and measures 19–21mm. Because gold does not corrode, aurei often survive in exceptional condition compared to silver and bronze issues of the same period.

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 22?: RIC VII Nicomedia 22 is a Gold Aureus of Licinius (319 AD) struck at the Nicomedia mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VII Nicomedia 22.
How do you identify RIC VII Nicomedia 22?: The obverse depicts Bust of Crispus, laureate, draped, cuirassed, right with the inscription D N FL IVL CRISPVS NOB CAES. The reverse depicts Sol, radiate, standing left, wearing long robe, raising right hand and holding globe in left hand with the inscription SOLI IN-VICTO. Portrait type: laureate.