How do you identify RIC VII Treveri 63?

The obverse depicts Head of Constantine I, right with the inscription IMP CONSTANTINVS AVG. The reverse depicts Altar with bird, spear across altar; to left shield; to right, helmet with the inscription SAPIENT PRINCIP.

What are the physical specifications of RIC VII Treveri 63?

RIC VII Treveri 63 was struck in Bronze, standard weight 0.86g, diameter 14mm, die axis 6 h, struck.

Constantine I AE2, Altar reverse (RIC VII Treveri 63)

Obverse

Reverse

Münzkabinett, Staatliche Museen zu Berlin

Catalog Reference

RIC VII Treveri 63

Ruler

Constantine I

Denomination

AE2

Date

313 AD-315 AD

Mint

Treveri

Metal

Bronze

Weight

0.86g

Diameter

14mm

Die Axis

6 h

Manufacturing

struck

Obverse

IMP CONSTANTINVS AVG

Head of Constantine I, right

Reverse

SAPIENT PRINCIP

Altar with bird, spear across altar; to left shield; to right, helmet

About This Type

This RIC VII Treveri 63 is an ae2 of Constantine I (313 AD-315 AD), struck at the Treveri mint. The reverse depicts Altar with bird, spear across altar; to left shield; to right, helmet. Struck in bronze at a standard weight of 0.86g, 14mm 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.

All Constantine I coins Treveri mint All AE2 coins

Frequently Asked Questions

What is RIC VII Treveri 63?: RIC VII Treveri 63 is a Bronze AE2 of Constantine I (313 AD-315 AD) struck at the Treveri mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VII Treveri 63.
How do you identify RIC VII Treveri 63?: The obverse depicts Head of Constantine I, right with the inscription IMP CONSTANTINVS AVG. The reverse depicts Altar with bird, spear across altar; to left shield; to right, helmet with the inscription SAPIENT PRINCIP.
What are the physical specifications of RIC VII Treveri 63?: RIC VII Treveri 63 was struck in Bronze, standard weight 0.86g, diameter 14mm, die axis 6 h, struck.