What is RIC VII Siscia 218?

RIC VII Siscia 218 is a Bronze AE2 of Constantine I (328 AD-329 AD) struck at the Siscia mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VII Siscia 218.

What are the physical specifications of RIC VII Siscia 218?

RIC VII Siscia 218 was struck in Bronze, standard weight 3.16g, diameter 18mm, die axis 6 h, struck.

Constantine I AE2, Securitas (RIC VII Siscia 218)

Obverse

Reverse

Martin von Wagner Museum, Universität Würzburg

Catalog Reference

RIC VII Siscia 218

Ruler

Constantine I

Denomination

AE2

Date

328 AD-329 AD

Mint

Siscia

Metal

Bronze

Weight

3.16g

Diameter

18mm

Die Axis

6 h

Manufacturing

struck

Obverse

FL HELENA - AVGVSTA

Bust of Helena, wearing necklace and mantle, right

Reverse

SECVRITAS - REIPVBLICE

Securitas, draped, standing front, head right, placing right hand on head and left elbow on column

About This Type

This RIC VII Siscia 218 is an ae2 of Constantine I (328 AD-329 AD), struck at the Siscia mint. The reverse depicts Securitas, draped, standing front, head right, placing right hand on head and left elbow on column. Struck in bronze at a standard weight of 3.16g, 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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is RIC VII Siscia 218?: RIC VII Siscia 218 is a Bronze AE2 of Constantine I (328 AD-329 AD) struck at the Siscia mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VII Siscia 218.
How do you identify RIC VII Siscia 218?: The obverse depicts Bust of Helena, wearing necklace and mantle, right with the inscription FL HELENA - AVGVSTA. The reverse depicts Securitas, draped, standing front, head right, placing right hand on head and left elbow on column with the inscription SECVRITAS - REIPVBLICE.
What are the physical specifications of RIC VII Siscia 218?: RIC VII Siscia 218 was struck in Bronze, standard weight 3.16g, diameter 18mm, die axis 6 h, struck.