What is RIC VII Siscia 95?

RIC VII Siscia 95 is a Bronze AE2 of Constantine I (319 AD-320 AD) struck at the Siscia mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VII Siscia 95.

What are the physical specifications of RIC VII Siscia 95?

RIC VII Siscia 95 was struck in Bronze, standard weight 3.29g, diameter 20mm, die axis 12 h, struck.

Constantine I AE2, Two Victories (RIC VII Siscia 95)

Obverse

Reverse

Münzkabinett, Staatliche Museen zu Berlin

Catalog Reference

RIC VII Siscia 95

Ruler

Constantine I

Denomination

AE2

Date

319 AD-320 AD

Mint

Siscia

Metal

Bronze

Weight

3.29g

Diameter

20mm

Die Axis

12 h

Portrait Type

cuirassed

Manufacturing

struck

Obverse

CONST-ANTINVS AVG or CONSTA-NTINVS AVG or CONSTAN-TINVS AVG or CONSTANT-INVS AVG or CONSTANTI-NVS AVG

Bust of Constantine I, wearing high-crested helmet, cuirassed, left, spear across right shoulder and shield on left arm

Reverse

VICT • LAETAE PRINC PERP

Two Victories, winged, draped, facing each other, holding a shield inscribed VOT/PR supported by altar

About This Type

This RIC VII Siscia 95 is an ae2 of Constantine I (319 AD-320 AD), struck at the Siscia mint. The reverse depicts Two Victories, winged, draped, facing each other, holding a shield inscribed VOT/PR supported by altar. Struck in bronze at a standard weight of 3.29g, 20mm 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.

All Constantine I coins Siscia mint All AE2 coins

Frequently Asked Questions

What is RIC VII Siscia 95?: RIC VII Siscia 95 is a Bronze AE2 of Constantine I (319 AD-320 AD) struck at the Siscia mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VII Siscia 95.
How do you identify RIC VII Siscia 95?: The obverse depicts Bust of Constantine I, wearing high-crested helmet, cuirassed, left, spear across right shoulder and shield on left arm with the inscription CONST-ANTINVS AVG or CONSTA-NTINVS AVG or CONSTAN-TINVS AVG or CONSTANT-INVS AVG or CONSTANTI-NVS AVG. The reverse depicts Two Victories, winged, draped, facing each other, holding a shield inscribed VOT/PR supported by altar with the inscription VICT • LAETAE PRINC PERP. Portrait type: cuirassed.
What are the physical specifications of RIC VII Siscia 95?: RIC VII Siscia 95 was struck in Bronze, standard weight 3.29g, diameter 20mm, die axis 12 h, struck.