Crispus Oneandahalf-Solidus, Victory reverse
RIC VII Nicomedia 56 · 324 AD · Nicomedia · Issued under Constantine I
Obverse
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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 Crispus, issued under 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is RIC VII Nicomedia 56?
- RIC VII Nicomedia 56 is a Gold Oneandahalf-Solidus of Crispus issued under 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.
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