Constantine I AE2, Constantius Chlorus reverse
RIC VII Treveri 202 · 318 AD · Treveri
Obverse
Reverse
Münzkabinett, Staatliche Museen zu Berlin
Obverse
DIVO CONSTANTIO OPT IMP
Head of Constantius Chlorus, veiled, laureate, right
Reverse
REQVIES OPTIMORVM MERITOR
Constantius Chlorus, veiled, draped, seated left in curule chair, holding short sceptre in right hand
About This Type
This RIC VII Treveri 202 is an ae2 of Constantine I (318 AD), struck at the Treveri mint. The reverse depicts Constantius Chlorus, veiled, draped, seated left in curule chair, holding short sceptre in right hand. Struck in bronze at a standard weight of 1.45g, 15mm 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 202?
- RIC VII Treveri 202 is a Bronze AE2 of Constantine I (318 AD) struck at the Treveri mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VII Treveri 202.
- How do you identify RIC VII Treveri 202?
- The obverse depicts Head of Constantius Chlorus, veiled, laureate, right with the inscription DIVO CONSTANTIO OPT IMP. The reverse depicts Constantius Chlorus, veiled, draped, seated left in curule chair, holding short sceptre in right hand with the inscription REQVIES OPTIMORVM MERITOR. Portrait type: laureate.
- What are the physical specifications of RIC VII Treveri 202?
- RIC VII Treveri 202 was struck in Bronze, standard weight 1.45g, diameter 15mm, die axis 12 h, struck.
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