How do you identify RIC VII Treveri 589?

The obverse depicts Bust of Constantinopolis, laureate, helmeted, wearing imperial cloak, left, holding reversed spear in right hand with the inscription CONSTAN-TINOPOLIS. The reverse depicts Victory, winged, draped, standing left on prow, holding spear in right hand and shield in left hand. Portrait type: laureate.

Constantine I AE2, Victory (RIC VII Treveri 589)

Catalog Reference

RIC VII Treveri 589

Ruler

Constantine I

Denomination

AE2

Date

335 AD-337 AD

Mint

Treveri

Metal

Bronze

Portrait Type

laureate

Obverse

CONSTAN-TINOPOLIS

Bust of Constantinopolis, laureate, helmeted, wearing imperial cloak, left, holding reversed spear in right hand

Reverse

Victory, winged, draped, standing left on prow, holding spear in right hand and shield in left hand

About This Type

This RIC VII Treveri 589 is an ae2 of Constantine I (335 AD-337 AD), struck at the Treveri mint. The reverse depicts Victory, winged, draped, standing left on prow, holding spear in right hand and shield in left hand.

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 589?: RIC VII Treveri 589 is a Bronze AE2 of Constantine I (335 AD-337 AD) struck at the Treveri mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VII Treveri 589.
How do you identify RIC VII Treveri 589?: The obverse depicts Bust of Constantinopolis, laureate, helmeted, wearing imperial cloak, left, holding reversed spear in right hand with the inscription CONSTAN-TINOPOLIS. The reverse depicts Victory, winged, draped, standing left on prow, holding spear in right hand and shield in left hand. Portrait type: laureate.