Licinius Roman Medallion, Roma reverse
RIC VII Ticinum 100 · 320 AD-321 AD · Ticinum · Issued under Constantine I
Reverse
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Obverse
IMP LICIN-IVS P F AVG
Head of Licinius, laureate, right
Reverse
VIRTVS AVGG NN
Roma, helmeted, draped, seated on cuirass, receiving branch from Virtus; Virtus helmeted, holding club; behind, Victory
About This Type
This RIC VII Ticinum 100 is a roman medallion of Licinius, issued under Constantine I (320 AD-321 AD), struck at the Ticinum mint. The reverse depicts Roma, helmeted, draped, seated on cuirass, receiving branch from Virtus; Virtus helmeted, holding club; behind, Victory.
About the Roman Medallion
Roman medallions are oversized coins struck for presentation or commemorative purposes rather than circulation. They were given as imperial gifts and survive in very small numbers. Medallions are prized for their exceptional artistic quality and historical significance.
About the Ticinum Mint
Ticinum (modern Pavia, Italy) was a Roman mint active from the late third through the mid-fourth century. It was one of several northern Italian mints established during the Tetrarchic reforms.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is RIC VII Ticinum 100?
- RIC VII Ticinum 100 is a Gold Roman Medallion of Licinius issued under Constantine I (320 AD-321 AD) struck at the Ticinum mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VII Ticinum 100.
- How do you identify RIC VII Ticinum 100?
- The obverse depicts Head of Licinius, laureate, right with the inscription IMP LICIN-IVS P F AVG. The reverse depicts Roma, helmeted, draped, seated on cuirass, receiving branch from Virtus; Virtus helmeted, holding club; behind, Victory with the inscription VIRTVS AVGG NN. Portrait type: laureate.
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