Constantine I Solidus, Roma (RIC VII Treveri 22)

Catalog Reference

RIC VII Treveri 22

Ruler

Constantine I

Denomination

Solidus

Date

313 AD-315 AD

Mint

Treveri

Metal

Gold

Portrait Type

laureate

Obverse

CONSTANTI-NVS P F AVG or CONSTAN-TINVS P F AVG

Head of Constantine I, laureate, right

Reverse

RESTITVTORI LIBERTATIS

Roma, helmeted, draped, seated on platform decorated with garlands, presenting globe to Constantine I with right hand and holding sceptre in left hand; on ground, shield; Constantine I draped, cuirassed, standing left, holding short sceptre on left arm

About This Type

This RIC VII Treveri 22 is a solidus of Constantine I (313 AD-315 AD), struck at the Treveri mint. The reverse depicts Roma, helmeted, draped, seated on platform decorated with garlands, presenting globe to Constantine I with right hand and holding sceptre in left hand; on ground, shield; Constantine I draped, cuirassed, standing left, holding short sceptre on left arm.

About the Solidus

The solidus was the gold coin of the late Roman and Byzantine empires, introduced by Constantine I around 309 AD at 4.5 grams. It maintained its weight standard for over seven centuries, making it one of the most stable currencies in history.

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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is RIC VII Treveri 22?: RIC VII Treveri 22 is a Gold Solidus of Constantine I (313 AD-315 AD) struck at the Treveri mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VII Treveri 22.
How do you identify RIC VII Treveri 22?: The obverse depicts Head of Constantine I, laureate, right with the inscription CONSTANTI-NVS P F AVG or CONSTAN-TINVS P F AVG. The reverse depicts Roma, helmeted, draped, seated on platform decorated with garlands, presenting globe to Constantine I with right hand and holding sceptre in left hand; on ground, shield; Constantine I draped, cuirassed, standing left, holding short sceptre on left arm with the inscription RESTITVTORI LIBERTATIS. Portrait type: laureate.