Constantine I Solidus, Victory reverse
RIC VII Sirmium 33 · 322 AD-323 AD · Sirmium
Obverse
Reverse
Münzkabinett, Staatliche Museen zu Berlin
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
VICTORIA CRISPI CAES
Victory, winged, draped, seated right on cuirass with shield beside, holding shield inscribed VOT/X supported by genius
About This Type
This RIC VII Sirmium 33 is a solidus of Constantine I (322 AD-323 AD), struck at the Sirmium mint. The reverse depicts Victory, winged, draped, seated right on cuirass with shield beside, holding shield inscribed VOT/X supported by genius. Struck in gold at a standard weight of 4.47g, 20mm diameter.
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is RIC VII Sirmium 33?
- RIC VII Sirmium 33 is a Gold Solidus of Constantine I (322 AD-323 AD) struck at the Sirmium mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VII Sirmium 33.
- How do you identify RIC VII Sirmium 33?
- 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 Victory, winged, draped, seated right on cuirass with shield beside, holding shield inscribed VOT/X supported by genius with the inscription VICTORIA CRISPI CAES. Portrait type: laureate.
- What are the physical specifications of RIC VII Sirmium 33?
- RIC VII Sirmium 33 was struck in Gold, standard weight 4.47g, diameter 20mm, die axis 6 h, struck.
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