Constans AE2
RIC VII Siscia 238 · 334 AD-335 AD · Siscia · Issued under Constantine I
Obverse
Reverse
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Obverse
FL CONSTANTIS BEA C
Bust of Constans, laureate, draped, cuirassed, right
Reverse
GLOR-IA EXERC-ITVS
Two soldiers, helmeted, draped, cuirassed, standing facing each other, each holding spear in outer hand and resting inner hand on shield; between them, two standards
About This Type
This RIC VII Siscia 238 is an ae2 of Constans, issued under Constantine I (334 AD-335 AD), struck at the Siscia mint. The reverse depicts Two soldiers, helmeted, draped, cuirassed, standing facing each other, each holding spear in outer hand and resting inner hand on shield; between them, two standards. Struck in bronze at a standard weight of 2.19g, 19mm 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 238?
- RIC VII Siscia 238 is a Bronze AE2 of Constans issued under Constantine I (334 AD-335 AD) struck at the Siscia mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VII Siscia 238.
- How do you identify RIC VII Siscia 238?
- The obverse depicts Bust of Constans, laureate, draped, cuirassed, right with the inscription FL CONSTANTIS BEA C. The reverse depicts Two soldiers, helmeted, draped, cuirassed, standing facing each other, each holding spear in outer hand and resting inner hand on shield; between them, two standards with the inscription GLOR-IA EXERC-ITVS. Portrait type: laureate.
- What are the physical specifications of RIC VII Siscia 238?
- RIC VII Siscia 238 was struck in Bronze, standard weight 2.19g, diameter 19mm, die axis 5 h, struck.
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