Constantine I Solidus, Sarmatia (RIC VII Treveri 364)

Catalog Reference

RIC VII Treveri 364

Ruler

Constantine I

Denomination

Solidus

Date

322 AD-323 AD

Mint

Treveri

Metal

Gold

Portrait Type

laureate

Obverse

FL CL CONSTAN-TINVS IVN N C

Head of Constantine II, laureate, right

Reverse

GAVDIVM RO-MANORVM

Sarmatia, draped, seated left on ground, head turned, touching bow with left hand; behind her, trophy with spearheads, bow and spear below; in exergue, SARMATIA

About This Type

This RIC VII Treveri 364 is a solidus of Constantine I (322 AD-323 AD), struck at the Treveri mint. The reverse depicts Sarmatia, draped, seated left on ground, head turned, touching bow with left hand; behind her, trophy with spearheads, bow and spear below; in exergue, SARMATIA.

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 364?: RIC VII Treveri 364 is a Gold Solidus of Constantine I (322 AD-323 AD) struck at the Treveri mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VII Treveri 364.
How do you identify RIC VII Treveri 364?: The obverse depicts Head of Constantine II, laureate, right with the inscription FL CL CONSTAN-TINVS IVN N C. The reverse depicts Sarmatia, draped, seated left on ground, head turned, touching bow with left hand; behind her, trophy with spearheads, bow and spear below; in exergue, SARMATIA with the inscription GAVDIVM RO-MANORVM. Portrait type: laureate.