Constantine I AE2, Victory reverse
RIC VII Thessalonica 63 · 319 AD · Thessalonica
Obverse
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Obverse
LICINIVS IVN NOB CAES
Bust of Licinius II, 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 63 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.
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 63?
- RIC VII Thessalonica 63 is a Bronze AE2 of Constantine I (319 AD) struck at the Thessalonica mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VII Thessalonica 63.
- How do you identify RIC VII Thessalonica 63?
- The obverse depicts Bust of Licinius II, laureate, draped, cuirassed, right with the inscription LICINIVS IVN 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.
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