Constantius II AE2, CONSTAN reverse
RIC VII Treveri 491 · 326 AD · Treveri · Issued under Constantine I
Obverse
Bust of Constantius II, laureate, cuirassed, right
Reverse
CONSTAN/TIVS/CAESAR, star above
About This Type
This RIC VII Treveri 491 is an ae2 of Constantius II, issued under Constantine I (326 AD), struck at the Treveri mint. The reverse depicts CONSTAN/TIVS/CAESAR, star above.
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 491?
- RIC VII Treveri 491 is a Bronze AE2 of Constantius II issued under Constantine I (326 AD) struck at the Treveri mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VII Treveri 491.
- How do you identify RIC VII Treveri 491?
- The obverse depicts Bust of Constantius II, laureate, cuirassed, right. The reverse depicts CONSTAN/TIVS/CAESAR, star above. Portrait type: laureate.
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