Licinius II AE2, Mars reverse
RIC VII Thessalonica 22 · 317 AD-318 AD · Thessalonica · Issued under Constantine I
Reverse
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Obverse
LICINIVS IVN NOB CAESAR
Head of Licinius II, laureate, right
Reverse
VIRTVS MI-LITVM DD NN
Mars, nude, chlamys flying, advancing right, holding transverse spear in right hand and trophy across left shoulder; on either side, captive
About This Type
This RIC VII Thessalonica 22 is an ae2 of Licinius II, issued under Constantine I (317 AD-318 AD), struck at the Thessalonica mint. The reverse depicts Mars, nude, chlamys flying, advancing right, holding transverse spear in right hand and trophy across left shoulder; on either side, captive.
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 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 22?
- RIC VII Thessalonica 22 is a Bronze AE2 of Licinius II issued under Constantine I (317 AD-318 AD) struck at the Thessalonica mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VII Thessalonica 22.
- How do you identify RIC VII Thessalonica 22?
- The obverse depicts Head of Licinius II, laureate, right with the inscription LICINIVS IVN NOB CAESAR. The reverse depicts Mars, nude, chlamys flying, advancing right, holding transverse spear in right hand and trophy across left shoulder; on either side, captive with the inscription VIRTVS MI-LITVM DD NN. Portrait type: laureate.
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