What is RIC VII Nicomedia 23?

RIC VII Nicomedia 23 is a Bronze AE2 of Licinius (317 AD-320 AD) struck at the Nicomedia mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VII Nicomedia 23.

Licinius AE2, Jupiter reverse (RIC VII Nicomedia 23)

Obverse

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Catalog Reference

RIC VII Nicomedia 23

Ruler

Licinius

Denomination

AE2

Date

317 AD-320 AD

Mint

Nicomedia

Metal

Bronze

Portrait Type

laureate

Obverse

IMP CONSTA-NTINVS AVG

Bust of Constantine I, laureate, draped, left, holding sceptre in right hand and mappa in left hand

Reverse

IOVI CONS-ERVATORI AVGG

Jupiter, nude, chlamys draped across left shoulder, standing left, holding Victory on globe in right hand and leaning on sceptre with left hand

About This Type

This RIC VII Nicomedia 23 is an ae2 of Licinius (317 AD-320 AD), struck at the Nicomedia mint. The reverse depicts Jupiter, nude, chlamys draped across left shoulder, standing left, holding Victory on globe in right hand and leaning on sceptre with left hand.

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.

All Licinius coins Nicomedia mint All AE2 coins

Frequently Asked Questions

What is RIC VII Nicomedia 23?: RIC VII Nicomedia 23 is a Bronze AE2 of Licinius (317 AD-320 AD) struck at the Nicomedia mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VII Nicomedia 23.
How do you identify RIC VII Nicomedia 23?: The obverse depicts Bust of Constantine I, laureate, draped, left, holding sceptre in right hand and mappa in left hand with the inscription IMP CONSTA-NTINVS AVG. The reverse depicts Jupiter, nude, chlamys draped across left shoulder, standing left, holding Victory on globe in right hand and leaning on sceptre with left hand with the inscription IOVI CONS-ERVATORI AVGG. Portrait type: laureate.