How do you identify RIC VII Treveri 208A?

The obverse depicts Bust of Constantine I, wearing high-crested helmet, cuirassed, left, spear across right shoulder with the inscription IMP CONSTANTI-NVS AVG or IMP CONSTA-NTINVS AVG or IMP CONSTAN-TINVS AVG or IMP CONSTANT-INVS AVG. The reverse depicts Two Victories, winged, draped, standing facing each other, holding a shield inscribed VOT/PR supported by an altar with the inscription VICTORIAE LAETAE PRINC PERP. Portrait type: cuirassed.

Constantine I AE2 (RIC VII Treveri 208A)

Catalog Reference

RIC VII Treveri 208A

Ruler

Constantine I

Denomination

AE2

Date

318 AD-319 AD

Mint

Treveri

Metal

Bronze

Portrait Type

cuirassed

Obverse

IMP CONSTANTI-NVS AVG or IMP CONSTA-NTINVS AVG or IMP CONSTAN-TINVS AVG or IMP CONSTANT-INVS AVG

Bust of Constantine I, wearing high-crested helmet, cuirassed, left, spear across right shoulder

Reverse

VICTORIAE LAETAE PRINC PERP

Two Victories, winged, draped, standing facing each other, holding a shield inscribed VOT/PR supported by an altar

About This Type

This RIC VII Treveri 208A is an ae2 of Constantine I (318 AD-319 AD), struck at the Treveri mint. The reverse depicts Two Victories, winged, draped, standing facing each other, holding a shield inscribed VOT/PR supported by an altar.

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 208A?: RIC VII Treveri 208A is a Bronze AE2 of Constantine I (318 AD-319 AD) struck at the Treveri mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VII Treveri 208A.
How do you identify RIC VII Treveri 208A?: The obverse depicts Bust of Constantine I, wearing high-crested helmet, cuirassed, left, spear across right shoulder with the inscription IMP CONSTANTI-NVS AVG or IMP CONSTA-NTINVS AVG or IMP CONSTAN-TINVS AVG or IMP CONSTANT-INVS AVG. The reverse depicts Two Victories, winged, draped, standing facing each other, holding a shield inscribed VOT/PR supported by an altar with the inscription VICTORIAE LAETAE PRINC PERP. Portrait type: cuirassed.