RIC VII Treveri 457 Constantius II obverse, Bust of Constantius II, laureate, draped, cuirassed, right Obverse
RIC VII Treveri 457 Constantius II reverse, Camp gate with two turrets, without doors; star above Reverse

Akademisches Kunstmuseum, Universität Bonn

Catalog Reference
RIC VII Treveri 457
Ruler
Constantius II
Issued under
Constantine I
Denomination
AE2
Date
324 AD-325 AD
Mint
Treveri
Metal
Bronze
Weight
3.6g
Diameter
19mm
Die Axis
12 h
Portrait Type
laureate
Manufacturing
struck

Obverse

CONSTANTIVS NOB CAES

Bust of Constantius II, laureate, draped, cuirassed, right

Reverse

PROVIDEN-TIAE CAESS

Camp gate with two turrets, without doors; star above

About This Type

This RIC VII Treveri 457 is an ae2 of Constantius II, issued under Constantine I (324 AD-325 AD), struck at the Treveri mint. The reverse depicts Camp gate with two turrets, without doors; star above. Struck in bronze at a standard weight of 3.6g, 19mm 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 457?
RIC VII Treveri 457 is a Bronze AE2 of Constantius II issued under Constantine I (324 AD-325 AD) struck at the Treveri mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VII Treveri 457.
How do you identify RIC VII Treveri 457?
The obverse depicts Bust of Constantius II, laureate, draped, cuirassed, right with the inscription CONSTANTIVS NOB CAES. The reverse depicts Camp gate with two turrets, without doors; star above with the inscription PROVIDEN-TIAE CAESS. Portrait type: laureate.
What are the physical specifications of RIC VII Treveri 457?
RIC VII Treveri 457 was struck in Bronze, standard weight 3.6g, diameter 19mm, die axis 12 h, struck.

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