How do you identify RIC VII Thessalonica 229?

The obverse depicts Bust of Roma, helmeted, wearing imperial cloak, left with the inscription VRBS - ROMA. The reverse depicts She-wolf, standing left, suckling twins; above, two stars with the inscription SMTSE. Portrait type: helmeted.

What are the physical specifications of RIC VII Thessalonica 229?

RIC VII Thessalonica 229 was struck in Bronze, standard weight 1.97g, diameter 18mm, die axis 12 h, struck.

Constantine I AE2 (RIC VII Thessalonica 229)

Obverse

Reverse

Seminar für Alte Geschichte, Universität Freiburg

Catalog Reference

RIC VII Thessalonica 229

Ruler

Constantine I

Denomination

AE2

Date

336 AD-337 AD

Mint

Thessalonica

Metal

Bronze

Weight

1.97g

Diameter

18mm

Die Axis

12 h

Portrait Type

helmeted

Manufacturing

struck

Obverse

VRBS - ROMA

Bust of Roma, helmeted, wearing imperial cloak, left

Reverse

SMTSE

She-wolf, standing left, suckling twins; above, two stars

About This Type

This RIC VII Thessalonica 229 is an ae2 of Constantine I (336 AD-337 AD), struck at the Thessalonica mint. The reverse depicts She-wolf, standing left, suckling twins; above, two stars. Struck in bronze at a standard weight of 1.97g, 18mm 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 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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is RIC VII Thessalonica 229?: RIC VII Thessalonica 229 is a Bronze AE2 of Constantine I (336 AD-337 AD) struck at the Thessalonica mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VII Thessalonica 229.
How do you identify RIC VII Thessalonica 229?: The obverse depicts Bust of Roma, helmeted, wearing imperial cloak, left with the inscription VRBS - ROMA. The reverse depicts She-wolf, standing left, suckling twins; above, two stars with the inscription SMTSE. Portrait type: helmeted.
What are the physical specifications of RIC VII Thessalonica 229?: RIC VII Thessalonica 229 was struck in Bronze, standard weight 1.97g, diameter 18mm, die axis 12 h, struck.