Helena AE2, SECURITAS reverse
RIC VII Treveri 465 · 325 AD-326 AD · Treveri · Issued under Constantine I
Obverse
FL HELENA - AVGVSTA
Bust of Helena, wearing necklace and mantle, right
Reverse
SECVRITAS - REIPVBLICE
SECURITAS, draped, standing left, raising robe with right hand and lowering branch with left hand
About This Type
This RIC VII Treveri 465 is an ae2 of Helena, issued under Constantine I (325 AD-326 AD), struck at the Treveri mint. The reverse depicts SECURITAS, draped, standing left, raising robe with right hand and lowering branch with left hand.
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 465?
- RIC VII Treveri 465 is a Bronze AE2 of Helena issued under Constantine I (325 AD-326 AD) struck at the Treveri mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VII Treveri 465.
- How do you identify RIC VII Treveri 465?
- The obverse depicts Bust of Helena, wearing necklace and mantle, right with the inscription FL HELENA - AVGVSTA. The reverse depicts SECURITAS, draped, standing left, raising robe with right hand and lowering branch with left hand with the inscription SECVRITAS - REIPVBLICE.
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