Constantine I AE2
RIC VII Siscia 152 · 320 AD · Siscia
Obverse
Reverse
Münzkabinett, Staatliche Museen zu Berlin
Obverse
IVL CRISPV-S NOB CAES or IVL CRIS-PVS NOB CAES
Head of Crispus, laureate, right
Reverse
CAESARVM NOSTRORVM
VOT/V within a laurel wreath
About This Type
This RIC VII Siscia 152 is an ae2 of Constantine I (320 AD), struck at the Siscia mint. The reverse depicts VOT/V within a laurel wreath. Struck in bronze at a standard weight of 3.23g, 18mm 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 152?
- RIC VII Siscia 152 is a Bronze AE2 of Constantine I (320 AD) struck at the Siscia mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VII Siscia 152.
- How do you identify RIC VII Siscia 152?
- The obverse depicts Head of Crispus, laureate, right with the inscription IVL CRISPV-S NOB CAES or IVL CRIS-PVS NOB CAES. The reverse depicts VOT/V within a laurel wreath with the inscription CAESARVM NOSTRORVM. Portrait type: laureate.
- What are the physical specifications of RIC VII Siscia 152?
- RIC VII Siscia 152 was struck in Bronze, standard weight 3.23g, diameter 18mm, die axis 12 h, struck.
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