Fausta 2-Solidus, Fausta reverse
RIC VII Treveri 445 · 324 AD · Treveri · Issued under Constantine I
Obverse
Reverse
Münzkabinett, Staatliche Museen zu Berlin
Obverse
FLAVIA MAXIMA FAVSTA AVGVSTA
Bust of Fausta, waved hair, mantled, right
Reverse
PIET-AS AVGVSTAE
Fausta, nimbate, draped, seated front on throne set on small platform with garlands, holding child in lap; to left, Felicitas standing right with caduceus; to right, Pietas standing left; on either side of the platform, two genii holding a wreath
About This Type
This RIC VII Treveri 445 is a 2-solidus of Fausta, issued under Constantine I (324 AD), struck at the Treveri mint. The reverse depicts Fausta, nimbate, draped, seated front on throne set on small platform with garlands, holding child in lap; to left, Felicitas standing right with caduceus; to right, Pietas standing left; on either side of the platform, two genii holding a wreath. Struck in gold at a standard weight of 8.91g, 25mm diameter.
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 445?
- RIC VII Treveri 445 is a Gold 2-Solidus of Fausta issued under Constantine I (324 AD) struck at the Treveri mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VII Treveri 445.
- How do you identify RIC VII Treveri 445?
- The obverse depicts Bust of Fausta, waved hair, mantled, right with the inscription FLAVIA MAXIMA FAVSTA AVGVSTA. The reverse depicts Fausta, nimbate, draped, seated front on throne set on small platform with garlands, holding child in lap; to left, Felicitas standing right with caduceus; to right, Pietas standing left; on either side of the platform, two genii holding a wreath with the inscription PIET-AS AVGVSTAE.
- What are the physical specifications of RIC VII Treveri 445?
- RIC VII Treveri 445 was struck in Gold, standard weight 8.91g, diameter 25mm, die axis 6 h, struck.
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