Constantine I Solidus — RIC VII Nicomedia 74

Obverse

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Catalog Reference

RIC VII Nicomedia 74

Ruler

Constantine I

Denomination

Solidus

Date

324 AD-325 AD

Mint

Nicomedia

Metal

Gold

Portrait Type

laureate

Obverse

CONSTANTINVS IVN NOB C

Bust of Constantine II, laureate, draped, cuirassed, right

Reverse

PRINCIPI - I-V-VENTVTIS

Constantine II, draped, cuirassed, standing left, head right, holding standard with eagle holding wreath in right hand and sceptre on left arm

About This Type

This RIC VII Nicomedia 74 is a solidus of Constantine I (324 AD-325 AD), struck at the Nicomedia mint. The reverse depicts Constantine II, draped, cuirassed, standing left, head right, holding standard with eagle holding wreath in right hand and sceptre on 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 74?: RIC VII Nicomedia 74 is a Gold Solidus of Constantine I (324 AD-325 AD) struck at the Nicomedia mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VII Nicomedia 74.
How do you identify RIC VII Nicomedia 74?: The obverse depicts Bust of Constantine II, laureate, draped, cuirassed, right with the inscription CONSTANTINVS IVN NOB C. The reverse depicts Constantine II, draped, cuirassed, standing left, head right, holding standard with eagle holding wreath in right hand and sceptre on left arm with the inscription PRINCIPI - I-V-VENTVTIS. Portrait type: laureate.