Constantine I AE2
RIC VII Treveri 525 · 330 AD-331 AD · Treveri
Obverse
Reverse
Seminar für Alte Geschichte, Universität Freiburg
Obverse
CONSTANTI-NVS MAX AVG
Bust of Constantine I, rosette-diademed, draped, cuirassed, right
Reverse
GLOR-IA EXERC-ITVS
Two soldiers, helmeted, draped, cuirassed, standing facing each other, each holding spear in outer hand and resting inner hand on shield; between them, two standards
About This Type
This RIC VII Treveri 525 is an ae2 of Constantine I (330 AD-331 AD), struck at the Treveri mint. The reverse depicts Two soldiers, helmeted, draped, cuirassed, standing facing each other, each holding spear in outer hand and resting inner hand on shield; between them, two standards. Struck in bronze at a standard weight of 2.56g, 16mm 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 525?
- RIC VII Treveri 525 is a Bronze AE2 of Constantine I (330 AD-331 AD) struck at the Treveri mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VII Treveri 525.
- How do you identify RIC VII Treveri 525?
- The obverse depicts Bust of Constantine I, rosette-diademed, draped, cuirassed, right with the inscription CONSTANTI-NVS MAX AVG. The reverse depicts Two soldiers, helmeted, draped, cuirassed, standing facing each other, each holding spear in outer hand and resting inner hand on shield; between them, two standards with the inscription GLOR-IA EXERC-ITVS. Portrait type: diademed.
- What are the physical specifications of RIC VII Treveri 525?
- RIC VII Treveri 525 was struck in Bronze, standard weight 2.56g, diameter 16mm, die axis 6 h, struck.
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