RIC VII Thessalonica 181 — Constantine I Uncertain Value
RIC VII Thessalonica 181 · 330 AD-331 AD · Thessalonica
Obverse
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Obverse
CONSTANTI-NVS MAX AVG or CONSTANTINVS - MAX AVG
Bust of Constantine I, rosette-diademed, draped, cuirassed, right
Reverse
VICTORIA CO-NSTANTINI AVG
Victory, winged, draped, advancing left, holding trophy in right hand and palm in left hand
About This Type
This RIC VII Thessalonica 181 is an uncertain value of Constantine I (330 AD-331 AD), struck at the Thessalonica mint. The reverse depicts Victory, winged, draped, advancing left, holding trophy in right hand and palm in left hand.
About the Thessalonica Mint
Thessalonica (modern Thessaloniki, Greece) operated as an imperial mint from the late third century. It was a key Balkan mint serving the military needs of the Danube and eastern frontiers.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is RIC VII Thessalonica 181?
- RIC VII Thessalonica 181 is a Silver Uncertain Value of Constantine I (330 AD-331 AD) struck at the Thessalonica mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VII Thessalonica 181.
- How do you identify RIC VII Thessalonica 181?
- The obverse depicts Bust of Constantine I, rosette-diademed, draped, cuirassed, right with the inscription CONSTANTI-NVS MAX AVG or CONSTANTINVS - MAX AVG. The reverse depicts Victory, winged, draped, advancing left, holding trophy in right hand and palm in left hand with the inscription VICTORIA CO-NSTANTINI AVG. Portrait type: diademed.
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