Constantius II AE3, Constantine reverse
RIC VIII Antioch 37 · 337 AD-347 AD · Antiocheia Syria
Obverse
Reverse
Seminar für Alte Geschichte, Universität Freiburg
Obverse
DV CONSTANTI-NVS PT AVGG
Bust of Constantine II, veiled, draped, cuirassed, right
Reverse
SMANI
Constantine I, veiled, draped, riding right in quadriga; Hand of God reaches down to him
About This Type
This RIC VIII Antioch 37 is an ae3 of Constantius II (337 AD-347 AD), struck at the Antiocheia Syria mint. The reverse depicts Constantine I, veiled, draped, riding right in quadriga; Hand of God reaches down to him. Struck in bronze at a standard weight of 0.92g, 17mm diameter.
About the AE3
AE3 is a modern size classification for late Roman bronze coins measuring 17–21mm in diameter. It is the most common denomination class in the Constantinian period, encompassing the small nummi and reduced folles that circulated in enormous quantities. GLORIA EXERCITVS and camp gate types are typical AE3 reverses.
About the Antiocheia Syria Mint
Antiocheia (modern Antakya, Turkey) was one of the major eastern mints, operating from the Seleucid period through the late Roman Empire. It produced large volumes of silver and bronze coinage for the eastern provinces.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is RIC VIII Antioch 37?
- RIC VIII Antioch 37 is a Bronze AE3 of Constantius II (337 AD-347 AD) struck at the Antiocheia Syria mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VIII Antioch 37.
- How do you identify RIC VIII Antioch 37?
- The obverse depicts Bust of Constantine II, veiled, draped, cuirassed, right with the inscription DV CONSTANTI-NVS PT AVGG. The reverse depicts Constantine I, veiled, draped, riding right in quadriga; Hand of God reaches down to him with the inscription SMANI. Portrait type: draped.
- What are the physical specifications of RIC VIII Antioch 37?
- RIC VIII Antioch 37 was struck in Bronze, standard weight 0.92g, diameter 17mm, die axis 5 h, struck.
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