RIC VII Ticinum 41 — Constantine I Solidus
RIC VII Ticinum 41 · 316 AD · Ticinum
Obverse
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Obverse
CONSTAN-TINVS P F AVG or CONSTANTI-NVS P F AVG
Bust of Constantine I, nimbate, draped, cuirassed, facing front
Reverse
FELICIA
Four children, draped, standing facing each other, holding the attributes of the four seasons; in exergue above mint mark, TEMPORA
About This Type
This RIC VII Ticinum 41 is a solidus of Constantine I (316 AD), struck at the Ticinum mint. The reverse depicts Four children, draped, standing facing each other, holding the attributes of the four seasons; in exergue above mint mark, TEMPORA.
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 41?
- RIC VII Ticinum 41 is a Gold Solidus of Constantine I (316 AD) struck at the Ticinum mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VII Ticinum 41.
- How do you identify RIC VII Ticinum 41?
- The obverse depicts Bust of Constantine I, nimbate, draped, cuirassed, facing front with the inscription CONSTAN-TINVS P F AVG or CONSTANTI-NVS P F AVG. The reverse depicts Four children, draped, standing facing each other, holding the attributes of the four seasons; in exergue above mint mark, TEMPORA with the inscription FELICIA. Portrait type: draped.
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