Constantine I AE2 (RIC VII Treveri 48)

Obverse

Reverse

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Catalog Reference

RIC VII Treveri 48

Ruler

Constantine I

Denomination

AE2

Date

313 AD-315 AD

Mint

Treveri

Metal

Bronze

Portrait Type

laureate

Obverse

IMP CONSTANTINVS P F AVG

Bust of Constantine I, laureate, draped, cuirassed, left

Reverse

SOLI INVIC-TO COMITI

Sol, radiate, chlamys draped across left shoulder and spread, standing left, head right, raising right hand and holding globe in left hand; on ground to left, captive

About This Type

This RIC VII Treveri 48 is an ae2 of Constantine I (313 AD-315 AD), struck at the Treveri mint. The reverse depicts Sol, radiate, chlamys draped across left shoulder and spread, standing left, head right, raising right hand and holding globe in left hand; on ground to left, captive.

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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is RIC VII Treveri 48?: RIC VII Treveri 48 is a Bronze AE2 of Constantine I (313 AD-315 AD) struck at the Treveri mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VII Treveri 48.
How do you identify RIC VII Treveri 48?: The obverse depicts Bust of Constantine I, laureate, draped, cuirassed, left with the inscription IMP CONSTANTINVS P F AVG. The reverse depicts Sol, radiate, chlamys draped across left shoulder and spread, standing left, head right, raising right hand and holding globe in left hand; on ground to left, captive with the inscription SOLI INVIC-TO COMITI. Portrait type: laureate.