Constantine I AE2, Eagle (RIC VII Treveri 212)

Catalog Reference

RIC VII Treveri 212

Ruler

Constantine I

Denomination

AE2

Date

318 AD-319 AD

Mint

Treveri

Metal

Bronze

Portrait Type

laureate

Obverse

IMP LICI-NIVS AVG

Bust of Licinius, laureate, draped, cuirassed, left, holding mappa in raised right hand and sceptre across left shoulder

Reverse

IOVI CONSER-VATORI AVG

Eagle, standing left on wave line, carrying Licinius, who is standing left, holding thunderbolt in right hand and sceptre across left shoulder

About This Type

This RIC VII Treveri 212 is an ae2 of Constantine I (318 AD-319 AD), struck at the Treveri mint. The reverse depicts Eagle, standing left on wave line, carrying Licinius, who is standing left, holding thunderbolt in right hand and sceptre across left shoulder.

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 212?: RIC VII Treveri 212 is a Bronze AE2 of Constantine I (318 AD-319 AD) struck at the Treveri mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VII Treveri 212.
How do you identify RIC VII Treveri 212?: The obverse depicts Bust of Licinius, laureate, draped, cuirassed, left, holding mappa in raised right hand and sceptre across left shoulder with the inscription IMP LICI-NIVS AVG. The reverse depicts Eagle, standing left on wave line, carrying Licinius, who is standing left, holding thunderbolt in right hand and sceptre across left shoulder with the inscription IOVI CONSER-VATORI AVG. Portrait type: laureate.