Helena AE2, Securitas reverse
RIC VII Siscia 204 · 326 AD-327 AD · Siscia · Issued under Constantine I
Obverse
Reverse
Universität Wien, Institut für Numismatik und Geldgeschichte
Obverse
FL HELENA - AVGVSTA
Bust of Helena, wearing necklace and mantle, right
Reverse
SECVRITAS - REIPVBLICE
Securitas, draped, standing left, raising robe with right hand and lowering branch with left hand
About This Type
This RIC VII Siscia 204 is an ae2 of Helena, issued under Constantine I (326 AD-327 AD), struck at the Siscia mint. The reverse depicts Securitas, draped, standing left, raising robe with right hand and lowering branch with left hand. Struck in bronze at a standard weight of 3.22g, 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 204?
- RIC VII Siscia 204 is a Bronze AE2 of Helena issued under Constantine I (326 AD-327 AD) struck at the Siscia mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VII Siscia 204.
- How do you identify RIC VII Siscia 204?
- The obverse depicts Bust of Helena, wearing necklace and mantle, right with the inscription FL HELENA - AVGVSTA. The reverse depicts Securitas, draped, standing left, raising robe with right hand and lowering branch with left hand with the inscription SECVRITAS - REIPVBLICE.
- What are the physical specifications of RIC VII Siscia 204?
- RIC VII Siscia 204 was struck in Bronze, standard weight 3.22g, diameter 20mm, die axis 6 h, struck.
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