RIC VIII Aquileia 117 Constans obverse — Bust of Constans, pearl-diademed, draped, cuirassed, right; A behind bust Obverse
RIC VIII Aquileia 117 Constans reverse — Constans, draped, cuirassed, standing left on galley, holding Victory on globe in... Reverse

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Catalog Reference
RIC VIII Aquileia 117
Ruler
Constans
Denomination
Large AE2
Date
348 AD-350 AD
Mint
Aquileia
Metal
Bronze
Weight
5.05g
Die Axis
6 h
Portrait Type
diademed
Manufacturing
struck

Obverse

D N CONSTA-NS P F AVG

Bust of Constans, pearl-diademed, draped, cuirassed, right; A behind bust

Reverse

FEL TEMP - REPARATIO

Constans, draped, cuirassed, standing left on galley, holding Victory on globe in right hand and standard with Chi-Rho on banner in left hand; steering the ship, seated Victory

About This Type

This RIC VIII Aquileia 117 is a large ae2 of Constans (348 AD-350 AD), struck at the Aquileia mint. The reverse depicts Constans, draped, cuirassed, standing left on galley, holding Victory on globe in right hand and standard with Chi-Rho on banner in left hand; steering the ship, seated Victory. Struck in bronze at a standard weight of 5.05g.

About the Large AE2

Large AE2 is a size classification for late Roman bronze coins at the upper end of the AE2 range, typically 23–25mm. These heavier pieces often date to the earlier years of a weight standard before the usual reduction over time.

About the Aquileia Mint

Aquileia (in northeastern Italy) was a late Roman mint operating from the late third through the early fifth century. It served as a major logistical hub for the northern Italian frontier.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is RIC VIII Aquileia 117?
RIC VIII Aquileia 117 is a Bronze Large AE2 of Constans (348 AD-350 AD) struck at the Aquileia mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VIII Aquileia 117.
How do you identify RIC VIII Aquileia 117?
The obverse depicts Bust of Constans, pearl-diademed, draped, cuirassed, right; A behind bust with the inscription D N CONSTA-NS P F AVG. The reverse depicts Constans, draped, cuirassed, standing left on galley, holding Victory on globe in right hand and standard with Chi-Rho on banner in left hand; steering the ship, seated Victory with the inscription FEL TEMP - REPARATIO. Portrait type: diademed.
What are the physical specifications of RIC VIII Aquileia 117?
RIC VIII Aquileia 117 was struck in Bronze, standard weight 5.05g, die axis 6 h, struck.

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