Constantine I Solidus, Fides (RIC VII Treveri 14)

Obverse

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Catalog Reference

RIC VII Treveri 14

Ruler

Constantine I

Denomination

Solidus

Date

313 AD-315 AD

Mint

Treveri

Metal

Gold

Portrait Type

laureate

Obverse

CONSTANTI-NVS P F AVG or CONSTAN-TINVS P F AVG

Head of Constantine I, laureate, right

Reverse

FIDES - EXE-R-CITVS

Fides, draped, seated left on throne, holding eagle in right hand and placing left hand on standard; to left, standard topped by wreath

About This Type

This RIC VII Treveri 14 is a solidus of Constantine I (313 AD-315 AD), struck at the Treveri mint. The reverse depicts Fides, draped, seated left on throne, holding eagle in right hand and placing left hand on standard; to left, standard topped by wreath.

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 Treveri Mint

Treveri (modern Trier, Germany) was one of the principal mints of the late Roman Empire, operating from the late third century through the fifth century. It was a primary source of gold solidi for the Western Empire.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is RIC VII Treveri 14?: RIC VII Treveri 14 is a Gold Solidus of Constantine I (313 AD-315 AD) struck at the Treveri mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VII Treveri 14.
How do you identify RIC VII Treveri 14?: The obverse depicts Head of Constantine I, laureate, right with the inscription CONSTANTI-NVS P F AVG or CONSTAN-TINVS P F AVG. The reverse depicts Fides, draped, seated left on throne, holding eagle in right hand and placing left hand on standard; to left, standard topped by wreath with the inscription FIDES - EXE-R-CITVS. Portrait type: laureate.