Constantine I AE2, Crispus reverse
RIC VII Treveri 172 · 317 AD-318 AD · Treveri
Obverse
Reverse
Seminar für Alte Geschichte, Universität Freiburg
Obverse
FL CL CONSTANTINVS IVN N C
Bust of Constantine II, draped, cuirassed, right, seen from behind
Reverse
PRINCIPI I-VVENTVTIS or PRINCIPI IVVENTVTIS
Crispus, laureate, draped, cuirassed, standing right, cloak spread, holding transverse spear in right hand and globe in left hand
About This Type
This RIC VII Treveri 172 is an ae2 of Constantine I (317 AD-318 AD), struck at the Treveri mint. The reverse depicts Crispus, laureate, draped, cuirassed, standing right, cloak spread, holding transverse spear in right hand and globe in left hand. Struck in bronze at a standard weight of 3.24g, 19mm diameter.
About the AE2
AE2 is a modern size classification for late Roman bronze coins measuring 21–25mm in diameter. This class includes the reduced folles and nummi of the Constantinian and Valentinianic periods. The classification is widely used in RIC and dealer catalogs when the ancient denomination name is debated.
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is RIC VII Treveri 172?
- RIC VII Treveri 172 is a Bronze AE2 of Constantine I (317 AD-318 AD) struck at the Treveri mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VII Treveri 172.
- How do you identify RIC VII Treveri 172?
- The obverse depicts Bust of Constantine II, draped, cuirassed, right, seen from behind with the inscription FL CL CONSTANTINVS IVN N C. The reverse depicts Crispus, laureate, draped, cuirassed, standing right, cloak spread, holding transverse spear in right hand and globe in left hand with the inscription PRINCIPI I-VVENTVTIS or PRINCIPI IVVENTVTIS. Portrait type: draped.
- What are the physical specifications of RIC VII Treveri 172?
- RIC VII Treveri 172 was struck in Bronze, standard weight 3.24g, diameter 19mm, die axis 12 h, struck.
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