Constantine I AE2, Victory reverse
RIC VII Thessalonica 62 · 319 AD · Thessalonica
Obverse
Reverse
Seminar für Alte Geschichte, Universität Freiburg
Obverse
D N FL IVL CRISPVS NOB CAES
Bust of Crispus, laureate, draped, cuirassed, right
Reverse
VICTORIA - CAESS NN
Victory, winged, draped, advancing left, holding wreath in right hand and palm in left hand
About This Type
This RIC VII Thessalonica 62 is an ae2 of Constantine I (319 AD), struck at the Thessalonica mint. The reverse depicts Victory, winged, draped, advancing left, holding wreath in right hand and palm in left hand. Struck in bronze at a standard weight of 3.44g, 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 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 62?
- RIC VII Thessalonica 62 is a Bronze AE2 of Constantine I (319 AD) struck at the Thessalonica mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VII Thessalonica 62.
- How do you identify RIC VII Thessalonica 62?
- The obverse depicts Bust of Crispus, laureate, draped, cuirassed, right with the inscription D N FL IVL CRISPVS NOB CAES. The reverse depicts Victory, winged, draped, advancing left, holding wreath in right hand and palm in left hand with the inscription VICTORIA - CAESS NN. Portrait type: laureate.
- What are the physical specifications of RIC VII Thessalonica 62?
- RIC VII Thessalonica 62 was struck in Bronze, standard weight 3.44g, diameter 20mm, die axis 12 h, struck.
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