Constantine II AE2, Camp reverse
RIC VII Siscia 202 · 326 AD-327 AD · Siscia · Issued under Constantine I
Obverse
Reverse
Seminar für Alte Geschichte, Universität Freiburg
Obverse
CONSTANTINVS IVN NOB C
Head of Constantine II, laureate, right
Reverse
PROVIDEN-TIAE CAESS
Camp gate with two turrets, without doors, with five or six stone layers; star above
About This Type
This RIC VII Siscia 202 is an ae2 of Constantine II, issued under Constantine I (326 AD-327 AD), struck at the Siscia mint. The reverse depicts Camp gate with two turrets, without doors, with five or six stone layers; star above. Struck in bronze at a standard weight of 3.34g, 20mm 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 202?
- RIC VII Siscia 202 is a Bronze AE2 of Constantine II issued under Constantine I (326 AD-327 AD) struck at the Siscia mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VII Siscia 202.
- How do you identify RIC VII Siscia 202?
- The obverse depicts Head of Constantine II, laureate, right with the inscription CONSTANTINVS IVN NOB C. The reverse depicts Camp gate with two turrets, without doors, with five or six stone layers; star above with the inscription PROVIDEN-TIAE CAESS. Portrait type: laureate.
- What are the physical specifications of RIC VII Siscia 202?
- RIC VII Siscia 202 was struck in Bronze, standard weight 3.34g, diameter 20mm, die axis 1 h, struck.
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