RIC VII Siscia 142 Crispus obverse, Head of Crispus, laureate, right Obverse

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Catalog Reference
RIC VII Siscia 142
Ruler
Crispus
Issued under
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 Crispus, issued under 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is RIC VII Siscia 142?
RIC VII Siscia 142 is a Bronze AE2 of Crispus issued under 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.

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