How do you identify RIC VII Treveri 459?

The obverse depicts Bust of Fausta, waved hair, mantled, right with the inscription FLAV MAX - FAVSTA AVG. The reverse depicts Salus, veiled, draped, standing front, head left, holding two children in her arms with the inscription SALVS REI - PVBLICAE.

What are the physical specifications of RIC VII Treveri 459?

RIC VII Treveri 459 was struck in Bronze, standard weight 3.02g, diameter 19mm, die axis 6 h, struck.

Constantine I AE2, Salus (RIC VII Treveri 459)

Obverse

Reverse

Akademisches Kunstmuseum, Universität Bonn

Catalog Reference

RIC VII Treveri 459

Ruler

Constantine I

Denomination

AE2

Date

324 AD-325 AD

Mint

Treveri

Metal

Bronze

Weight

3.02g

Diameter

19mm

Die Axis

6 h

Manufacturing

struck

Obverse

FLAV MAX - FAVSTA AVG

Bust of Fausta, waved hair, mantled, right

Reverse

SALVS REI - PVBLICAE

Salus, veiled, draped, standing front, head left, holding two children in her arms

About This Type

This RIC VII Treveri 459 is an ae2 of Constantine I (324 AD-325 AD), struck at the Treveri mint. The reverse depicts Salus, veiled, draped, standing front, head left, holding two children in her arms. Struck in bronze at a standard weight of 3.02g, 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.

All Constantine I coins Treveri mint All AE2 coins

Frequently Asked Questions

What is RIC VII Treveri 459?: RIC VII Treveri 459 is a Bronze AE2 of Constantine I (324 AD-325 AD) struck at the Treveri mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VII Treveri 459.
How do you identify RIC VII Treveri 459?: The obverse depicts Bust of Fausta, waved hair, mantled, right with the inscription FLAV MAX - FAVSTA AVG. The reverse depicts Salus, veiled, draped, standing front, head left, holding two children in her arms with the inscription SALVS REI - PVBLICAE.
What are the physical specifications of RIC VII Treveri 459?: RIC VII Treveri 459 was struck in Bronze, standard weight 3.02g, diameter 19mm, die axis 6 h, struck.