Helena Solidus, Helena reverse
RIC VII Ticinum 183 · 324 AD-325 AD · Ticinum · Issued under Constantine I
Obverse
FL HELENA - AVGVSTA
Bust of Helena, wearing necklace and mantle, right
Reverse
SECVRITAS - REIPVBLICE
Helena, draped, standing left, raising robe with right hand and lowering branch with left hand
About This Type
This RIC VII Ticinum 183 is a solidus of Helena, issued under Constantine I (324 AD-325 AD), struck at the Ticinum mint. The reverse depicts Helena, draped, standing left, raising robe with right hand and lowering branch with left hand.
About the Solidus
The solidus was the gold coin of the late Roman and Byzantine empires, introduced by Constantine I around 309 AD at 4.5 grams. It maintained its weight standard for over seven centuries, making it one of the most stable currencies in history.
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 183?
- RIC VII Ticinum 183 is a Gold Solidus of Helena issued under Constantine I (324 AD-325 AD) struck at the Ticinum mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VII Ticinum 183.
- How do you identify RIC VII Ticinum 183?
- The obverse depicts Bust of Helena, wearing necklace and mantle, right with the inscription FL HELENA - AVGVSTA. The reverse depicts Helena, draped, standing left, raising robe with right hand and lowering branch with left hand with the inscription SECVRITAS - REIPVBLICE.
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