Constantine I AE2, SECURITAS reverse
RIC VII Treveri 481 · 326 AD · Treveri
Obverse
Reverse
Seminar für Alte Geschichte, Universität Freiburg
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 481 is an ae2 of Constantine I (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. Struck in bronze at a standard weight of 2.78g, 20mm 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 481?
- RIC VII Treveri 481 is a Bronze AE2 of Constantine I (326 AD) struck at the Treveri mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VII Treveri 481.
- How do you identify RIC VII Treveri 481?
- 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.
- What are the physical specifications of RIC VII Treveri 481?
- RIC VII Treveri 481 was struck in Bronze, standard weight 2.78g, diameter 20mm, die axis 5 h, struck.
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