What is RIC VII Siscia 263?

RIC VII Siscia 263 is a Bronze AE2 of Constantine I (337 AD) struck at the Siscia mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VII Siscia 263.

Constantine I AE2 (RIC VII Siscia 263)

Catalog Reference

RIC VII Siscia 263

Ruler

Constantine I

Denomination

AE2

Date

337 AD

Mint

Siscia

Metal

Bronze

Portrait Type

laureate

Obverse

FL IVL CONSTANTIVS NOB C

Bust of Constantius II, laureate, 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 263 is an ae2 of Constantine I (337 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.

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 263?: RIC VII Siscia 263 is a Bronze AE2 of Constantine I (337 AD) struck at the Siscia mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VII Siscia 263.
How do you identify RIC VII Siscia 263?: The obverse depicts Bust of Constantius II, laureate, cuirassed, right with the inscription FL IVL CONSTANTIVS NOB C. 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: laureate.