Constantine I AE2
RIC VII Siscia 252 · 335 AD-336 AD · Siscia
Obverse
Reverse
Seminar für Alte Geschichte, Universität Freiburg
Obverse
CONSTANTI-NVS MAX AVG
Bust of Constantine I, rosette-diademed, draped, cuirassed, right
Reverse
GLOR-IA EXERC-ITVS
Two soldiers, helmeted, draped, cuirassed, standing facing each other, each holding reversed spear in outer hand and resting inner hand on shield; between them, a standard
About This Type
This RIC VII Siscia 252 is an ae2 of Constantine I (335 AD-336 AD), struck at the Siscia mint. The reverse depicts Two soldiers, helmeted, draped, cuirassed, standing facing each other, each holding reversed spear in outer hand and resting inner hand on shield; between them, a standard. Struck in bronze at a standard weight of 1.82g, 17mm 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 252?
- RIC VII Siscia 252 is a Bronze AE2 of Constantine I (335 AD-336 AD) struck at the Siscia mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VII Siscia 252.
- How do you identify RIC VII Siscia 252?
- The obverse depicts Bust of Constantine I, rosette-diademed, draped, cuirassed, right with the inscription CONSTANTI-NVS MAX AVG. The reverse depicts Two soldiers, helmeted, draped, cuirassed, standing facing each other, each holding reversed spear in outer hand and resting inner hand on shield; between them, a standard with the inscription GLOR-IA EXERC-ITVS. Portrait type: diademed.
- What are the physical specifications of RIC VII Siscia 252?
- RIC VII Siscia 252 was struck in Bronze, standard weight 1.82g, diameter 17mm, die axis 11 h, struck.
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