Constantine I AE2, Maximian reverse
RIC VII Treveri 205 · 318 AD · Treveri
Obverse
Reverse
Münzkabinett, Staatliche Museen zu Berlin
Obverse
DIVO MAXIMIANO OPT IMP
Head of Maximian, veiled, laureate, right
Reverse
REQVIES OPT • MER
Maximian, veiled, draped, seated left in curule chair, holding short sceptre in right hand
About This Type
This RIC VII Treveri 205 is an ae2 of Constantine I (318 AD), struck at the Treveri mint. The reverse depicts Maximian, veiled, draped, seated left in curule chair, holding short sceptre in right hand. Struck in bronze at a standard weight of 1.44g, 16mm 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 205?
- RIC VII Treveri 205 is a Bronze AE2 of Constantine I (318 AD) struck at the Treveri mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VII Treveri 205.
- How do you identify RIC VII Treveri 205?
- The obverse depicts Head of Maximian, veiled, laureate, right with the inscription DIVO MAXIMIANO OPT IMP. The reverse depicts Maximian, veiled, draped, seated left in curule chair, holding short sceptre in right hand with the inscription REQVIES OPT • MER. Portrait type: laureate.
- What are the physical specifications of RIC VII Treveri 205?
- RIC VII Treveri 205 was struck in Bronze, standard weight 1.44g, diameter 16mm, die axis 6 h, struck.
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