How do you identify RIC VII Treveri 460?

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

What are the physical specifications of RIC VII Treveri 460?

RIC VII Treveri 460 was struck in Bronze, standard weight 2.86g, diameter 18mm, die axis 11 h, struck.

Constantine I AE2, Spes reverse (RIC VII Treveri 460)

Obverse

Reverse

Akademisches Kunstmuseum, Universität Bonn

Catalog Reference

RIC VII Treveri 460

Ruler

Constantine I

Denomination

AE2

Date

324 AD-325 AD

Mint

Treveri

Metal

Bronze

Weight

2.86g

Diameter

18mm

Die Axis

11 h

Manufacturing

struck

Obverse

FLAV MAX - FAVSTA AVG

Bust of Fausta, waved hair, mantled, right

Reverse

SPES REIP-VBLICAE

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

About This Type

This RIC VII Treveri 460 is an ae2 of Constantine I (324 AD-325 AD), struck at the Treveri mint. The reverse depicts Spes, veiled, draped, standing front, head left, holding two children in her arms. Struck in bronze at a standard weight of 2.86g, 18mm 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 460?: RIC VII Treveri 460 is a Bronze AE2 of Constantine I (324 AD-325 AD) struck at the Treveri mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VII Treveri 460.
How do you identify RIC VII Treveri 460?: The obverse depicts Bust of Fausta, waved hair, mantled, right with the inscription FLAV MAX - FAVSTA AVG. The reverse depicts Spes, veiled, draped, standing front, head left, holding two children in her arms with the inscription SPES REIP-VBLICAE.
What are the physical specifications of RIC VII Treveri 460?: RIC VII Treveri 460 was struck in Bronze, standard weight 2.86g, diameter 18mm, die axis 11 h, struck.