What is RIC VII Nicomedia 60?

RIC VII Nicomedia 60 is a Gold Solidus of Constantine I (324 AD) struck at the Nicomedia mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VII Nicomedia 60.

How do you identify RIC VII Nicomedia 60?

The obverse depicts Bust of Crispus, laureate, nude, left, holding spear pointing forward in right hand and shield on left arm with the inscription FL IVL CRIS-PVS NOB CAES. The reverse depicts Concordia, draped, seated left on throne, holding caduceus in right hand and cornucopiae in left arm with the inscription CONCOR-D-I-A AVGG NN. Portrait type: laureate.

Constantine I Solidus — RIC VII Nicomedia 60

Obverse

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Catalog Reference

RIC VII Nicomedia 60

Ruler

Constantine I

Denomination

Solidus

Date

324 AD

Mint

Nicomedia

Metal

Gold

Portrait Type

laureate

Obverse

FL IVL CRIS-PVS NOB CAES

Bust of Crispus, laureate, nude, left, holding spear pointing forward in right hand and shield on left arm

Reverse

CONCOR-D-I-A AVGG NN

Concordia, draped, seated left on throne, holding caduceus in right hand and cornucopiae in left arm

About This Type

This RIC VII Nicomedia 60 is a solidus of Constantine I (324 AD), struck at the Nicomedia mint. The reverse depicts Concordia, draped, seated left on throne, holding caduceus in right hand and cornucopiae in left arm.

About the Solidus

The solidus was the gold coin of the late Roman and Byzantine empires, introduced by Constantine I around 309 AD at 4.5 grams. It maintained its weight standard for over seven centuries, making it one of the most stable currencies in history.

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 60?: RIC VII Nicomedia 60 is a Gold Solidus of Constantine I (324 AD) struck at the Nicomedia mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VII Nicomedia 60.
How do you identify RIC VII Nicomedia 60?: The obverse depicts Bust of Crispus, laureate, nude, left, holding spear pointing forward in right hand and shield on left arm with the inscription FL IVL CRIS-PVS NOB CAES. The reverse depicts Concordia, draped, seated left on throne, holding caduceus in right hand and cornucopiae in left arm with the inscription CONCOR-D-I-A AVGG NN. Portrait type: laureate.