What is RIC VII Siscia 142?

RIC VII Siscia 142 is a Bronze AE2 of Constantine I (320 AD) struck at the Siscia mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VII Siscia 142.

How do you identify RIC VII Siscia 142?

The obverse depicts Head of Crispus, laureate, right with the inscription IVL CRISPVS NOB CAES. The reverse depicts VOT/IS/•V• with the inscription CAESARVM NOSTRORVM. Portrait type: laureate.

Constantine I AE2 (RIC VII Siscia 142)

Obverse

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Catalog Reference

RIC VII Siscia 142

Ruler

Constantine I

Denomination

AE2

Date

320 AD

Mint

Siscia

Metal

Bronze

Portrait Type

laureate

Obverse

IVL CRISPVS NOB CAES

Head of Crispus, laureate, right

Reverse

CAESARVM NOSTRORVM

VOT/IS/•V•

About This Type

This RIC VII Siscia 142 is an ae2 of Constantine I (320 AD), struck at the Siscia mint. The reverse depicts VOT/IS/•V•.

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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is RIC VII Siscia 142?: RIC VII Siscia 142 is a Bronze AE2 of Constantine I (320 AD) struck at the Siscia mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VII Siscia 142.
How do you identify RIC VII Siscia 142?: The obverse depicts Head of Crispus, laureate, right with the inscription IVL CRISPVS NOB CAES. The reverse depicts VOT/IS/•V• with the inscription CAESARVM NOSTRORVM. Portrait type: laureate.