Constantine I Solidus, Constantine reverse
RIC VII Treveri 27 · 313 AD-315 AD · Treveri
Obverse
Reverse
Münzkabinett, Staatliche Museen zu Berlin
Obverse
CONSTANTI-NVS P F AVG or CONSTAN-TINVS P F AVG
Head of Constantine I, laureate, right
Reverse
VICTOR OMNIVM GENTIVM
Constantine I, draped, cuirassed, standing left, holding standard in right hand; before him, two suppliants; behind, seated captive; on ground, shield
About This Type
This RIC VII Treveri 27 is a solidus of Constantine I (313 AD-315 AD), struck at the Treveri mint. The reverse depicts Constantine I, draped, cuirassed, standing left, holding standard in right hand; before him, two suppliants; behind, seated captive; on ground, shield. Struck in gold at a standard weight of 4.44g, 19mm diameter.
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is RIC VII Treveri 27?
- RIC VII Treveri 27 is a Gold Solidus of Constantine I (313 AD-315 AD) struck at the Treveri mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VII Treveri 27.
- How do you identify RIC VII Treveri 27?
- 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 Constantine I, draped, cuirassed, standing left, holding standard in right hand; before him, two suppliants; behind, seated captive; on ground, shield with the inscription VICTOR OMNIVM GENTIVM. Portrait type: laureate.
- What are the physical specifications of RIC VII Treveri 27?
- RIC VII Treveri 27 was struck in Gold, standard weight 4.44g, diameter 19mm, die axis 6 h, struck.
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