What is RIC VII Ticinum 48?

RIC VII Ticinum 48 is a Gold Solidus of Constantine I (316 AD) struck at the Ticinum mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VII Ticinum 48.

Constantine I Solidus — RIC VII Ticinum 48

Obverse

Reverse

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Catalog Reference

RIC VII Ticinum 48

Ruler

Constantine I

Denomination

Solidus

Date

316 AD

Mint

Ticinum

Metal

Gold

Portrait Type

helmeted

Obverse

CONSTAN-TINVS P F AVG

Bust of Constantine I, helmeted, draped, cuirassed, right

Reverse

ADLOCVTIO AVG

Constantine I, draped, cuirassed, standing left on platform, raising right hand; on either side, two soldiers and two captives; behind, three standards to left and right

About This Type

This RIC VII Ticinum 48 is a solidus of Constantine I (316 AD), struck at the Ticinum mint. The reverse depicts Constantine I, draped, cuirassed, standing left on platform, raising right hand; on either side, two soldiers and two captives; behind, three standards to left and right.

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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is RIC VII Ticinum 48?: RIC VII Ticinum 48 is a Gold Solidus of Constantine I (316 AD) struck at the Ticinum mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VII Ticinum 48.
How do you identify RIC VII Ticinum 48?: The obverse depicts Bust of Constantine I, helmeted, draped, cuirassed, right with the inscription CONSTAN-TINVS P F AVG. The reverse depicts Constantine I, draped, cuirassed, standing left on platform, raising right hand; on either side, two soldiers and two captives; behind, three standards to left and right with the inscription ADLOCVTIO AVG. Portrait type: helmeted.