Licinius AE2, Jupiter reverse
RIC VII Siscia 4 · 313 AD-315 AD · Siscia
Obverse
Reverse
Akademisches Kunstmuseum, Universität Bonn
Obverse
IMP LIC LICINIVS P F AVG or IMP LIC • LICINIVS P F AVG
Head of Licinius, laureate, right
Reverse
IOVI CON-SERVATORI AVGG NN
Jupiter, nude, chlamys draped across left shoulder, standing left, holding Victory on globe in right hand and leaning on sceptre with left hand; to left, eagle holding wreath
About This Type
This RIC VII Siscia 4 is an ae2 of Licinius (313 AD-315 AD), struck at the Siscia mint. The reverse depicts Jupiter, nude, chlamys draped across left shoulder, standing left, holding Victory on globe in right hand and leaning on sceptre with left hand; to left, eagle holding wreath. Struck in bronze at a standard weight of 2.58g, 21mm 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 4?
- RIC VII Siscia 4 is a Bronze AE2 of Licinius (313 AD-315 AD) struck at the Siscia mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VII Siscia 4.
- How do you identify RIC VII Siscia 4?
- The obverse depicts Head of Licinius, laureate, right with the inscription IMP LIC LICINIVS P F AVG or IMP LIC • LICINIVS P F AVG. The reverse depicts Jupiter, nude, chlamys draped across left shoulder, standing left, holding Victory on globe in right hand and leaning on sceptre with left hand; to left, eagle holding wreath with the inscription IOVI CON-SERVATORI AVGG NN. Portrait type: laureate.
- What are the physical specifications of RIC VII Siscia 4?
- RIC VII Siscia 4 was struck in Bronze, standard weight 2.58g, diameter 21mm, die axis 6 h, struck.
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