Constantine I Oneandahalf-Solidus — RIC VII Nicomedia 56

Obverse

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Catalog Reference

RIC VII Nicomedia 56

Ruler

Constantine I

Denomination

Oneandahalf-Solidus

Date

324 AD

Mint

Nicomedia

Metal

Gold

Portrait Type

laureate

Obverse

D N CRISPVS NOBILISS CAES

Bust of Crispus, laureate, draped, cuirassed, right

Reverse

VICTORIA AVG ET CAESS NN

Victory, winged, draped, advancing left, holding wreath in right hand and palm in left hand; on either side, seated captive

About This Type

This RIC VII Nicomedia 56 is an oneandahalf-solidus of Constantine I (324 AD), struck at the Nicomedia mint. The reverse depicts Victory, winged, draped, advancing left, holding wreath in right hand and palm in left hand; on either side, seated captive.

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 56?: RIC VII Nicomedia 56 is a Gold Oneandahalf-Solidus of Constantine I (324 AD) struck at the Nicomedia mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VII Nicomedia 56.
How do you identify RIC VII Nicomedia 56?: The obverse depicts Bust of Crispus, laureate, draped, cuirassed, right with the inscription D N CRISPVS NOBILISS CAES. The reverse depicts Victory, winged, draped, advancing left, holding wreath in right hand and palm in left hand; on either side, seated captive with the inscription VICTORIA AVG ET CAESS NN. Portrait type: laureate.