RIC VII Siscia 123 Constantine I obverse, Bust of Crispus, laureate, cuirassed, left, holding spear pointing forward in ri... Obverse
RIC VII Siscia 123 Constantine I reverse, Standard inscribed VOT/X flanked by two seated captives Reverse

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Catalog Reference
RIC VII Siscia 123
Ruler
Constantine I
Denomination
AE2
Date
320 AD
Mint
Siscia
Metal
Bronze
Weight
2.74g
Diameter
19mm
Die Axis
1 h
Portrait Type
laureate
Manufacturing
struck

Obverse

IVL CRISPVS NOB CAES

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

Reverse

VIRTVS - EXERCIT

Standard inscribed VOT/X flanked by two seated captives

About This Type

This RIC VII Siscia 123 is an ae2 of Constantine I (320 AD), struck at the Siscia mint. The reverse depicts Standard inscribed VOT/X flanked by two seated captives. Struck in bronze at a standard weight of 2.74g, 19mm diameter.

About the AE2

AE2 is a modern size classification for late Roman bronze coins measuring 21–25mm in diameter. This class includes the reduced folles and nummi of the Constantinian and Valentinianic periods. The classification is widely used in RIC and dealer catalogs when the ancient denomination name is debated.

About the Siscia Mint

Siscia (modern Sisak, Croatia) was a major late Roman mint, operating from the late third century through the late fourth century. It produced large quantities of bronze coinage for the Danube frontier region.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is RIC VII Siscia 123?
RIC VII Siscia 123 is a Bronze AE2 of Constantine I (320 AD) struck at the Siscia mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VII Siscia 123.
How do you identify RIC VII Siscia 123?
The obverse depicts Bust of Crispus, laureate, cuirassed, left, holding spear pointing forward in right hand and shield on left arm with the inscription IVL CRISPVS NOB CAES. The reverse depicts Standard inscribed VOT/X flanked by two seated captives with the inscription VIRTVS - EXERCIT. Portrait type: laureate.
What are the physical specifications of RIC VII Siscia 123?
RIC VII Siscia 123 was struck in Bronze, standard weight 2.74g, diameter 19mm, die axis 1 h, struck.

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