Constantine I AE2 (RIC VII Treveri 557)

Catalog Reference

RIC VII Treveri 557

Ruler

Constantine I

Denomination

AE2

Date

333 AD-334 AD

Mint

Treveri

Metal

Bronze

Portrait Type

laureate

Obverse

CONSTANTI-NVS IVN N C

Bust of Constantine II, laureate, 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 557 is an ae2 of Constantine I (333 AD-334 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.

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.

All Constantine I coins Treveri mint All AE2 coins

Frequently Asked Questions

What is RIC VII Treveri 557?: RIC VII Treveri 557 is a Bronze AE2 of Constantine I (333 AD-334 AD) struck at the Treveri mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VII Treveri 557.
How do you identify RIC VII Treveri 557?: The obverse depicts Bust of Constantine II, laureate, cuirassed, right with the inscription CONSTANTI-NVS IVN N C. 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: laureate.