RIC VII Treveri 249 Constantine I obverse, Bust of Constantine I, helmeted, cuirassed, right Obverse
RIC VII Treveri 249 Constantine I reverse, Trophy, flanked by two seated captives Reverse

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Catalog Reference
RIC VII Treveri 249
Ruler
Constantine I
Denomination
AE2
Date
320 AD
Mint
Treveri
Metal
Bronze
Weight
3.49g
Diameter
20mm
Die Axis
12 h
Portrait Type
helmeted
Manufacturing
struck

Obverse

CONSTAN-TINVS AVG or CONSTA-NTINVS AVG

Bust of Constantine I, helmeted, cuirassed, right

Reverse

VIRTVS - EXERCIT

Trophy, flanked by two seated captives

About This Type

This RIC VII Treveri 249 is an ae2 of Constantine I (320 AD), struck at the Treveri mint. The reverse depicts Trophy, flanked by two seated captives. Struck in bronze at a standard weight of 3.49g, 20mm 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 249?
RIC VII Treveri 249 is a Bronze AE2 of Constantine I (320 AD) struck at the Treveri mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VII Treveri 249.
How do you identify RIC VII Treveri 249?
The obverse depicts Bust of Constantine I, helmeted, cuirassed, right with the inscription CONSTAN-TINVS AVG or CONSTA-NTINVS AVG. The reverse depicts Trophy, flanked by two seated captives with the inscription VIRTVS - EXERCIT. Portrait type: helmeted.
What are the physical specifications of RIC VII Treveri 249?
RIC VII Treveri 249 was struck in Bronze, standard weight 3.49g, diameter 20mm, die axis 12 h, struck.

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