Constantine I AE2 (RIC VII Treveri 183)

Catalog Reference

RIC VII Treveri 183

Ruler

Constantine I

Denomination

AE2

Date

317 AD-318 AD

Mint

Treveri

Metal

Bronze

Portrait Type

cuirassed

Obverse

FL CL CONSTANTINVS IVN N C

Bust of Constantine II, cuirassed, right

Reverse

CLARITAS REIPVBLICAE

Sol, radiate, chlamys draped across left shoulder, standing right, head left, raising right hand and holding globe in left hand

About This Type

This RIC VII Treveri 183 is an ae2 of Constantine I (317 AD-318 AD), struck at the Treveri mint. The reverse depicts Sol, radiate, chlamys draped across left shoulder, standing right, head left, raising right hand and holding globe in left hand.

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.

All Constantine I coins Treveri mint All AE2 coins

Frequently Asked Questions

What is RIC VII Treveri 183?: RIC VII Treveri 183 is a Bronze AE2 of Constantine I (317 AD-318 AD) struck at the Treveri mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VII Treveri 183.
How do you identify RIC VII Treveri 183?: The obverse depicts Bust of Constantine II, cuirassed, right with the inscription FL CL CONSTANTINVS IVN N C. The reverse depicts Sol, radiate, chlamys draped across left shoulder, standing right, head left, raising right hand and holding globe in left hand with the inscription CLARITAS REIPVBLICAE. Portrait type: cuirassed.