Licinius II AE2, Jupiter reverse
RIC VII Nicomedia 26 · 317 AD-320 AD · Nicomedia · Issued under Licinius
Obverse
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Obverse
VA CO LICI-NIVS NOV CS
Bust of Licinius II, laureate, draped, cuirassed, left
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 26 is an ae2 of Licinius II, issued under 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is RIC VII Nicomedia 26?
- RIC VII Nicomedia 26 is a Bronze AE2 of Licinius II issued under Licinius (317 AD-320 AD) struck at the Nicomedia mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VII Nicomedia 26.
- How do you identify RIC VII Nicomedia 26?
- The obverse depicts Bust of Licinius II, laureate, draped, cuirassed, left with the inscription VA CO LICI-NIVS NOV CS. 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.
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