Constantius II AE3, Constantius II reverse
RIC VIII Aquileia 235 · 355 AD-361 AD · Aquileia
Obverse
Reverse
Seminar für Alte Geschichte, Universität Freiburg
Obverse
D N CONSTAN-TIVS P F AVG
Bust of Constantius II, pearl-diademed, draped, cuirassed, right; M behind bust
Reverse
SPES REI - PVBLICE
Constantius II, helmeted, draped, cuirassed, standing left, holding globe in right hand and spear in left hand
About This Type
This RIC VIII Aquileia 235 is an ae3 of Constantius II (355 AD-361 AD), struck at the Aquileia mint. The reverse depicts Constantius II, helmeted, draped, cuirassed, standing left, holding globe in right hand and spear in left hand. Struck in bronze at a standard weight of 1.5g.
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 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 235?
- RIC VIII Aquileia 235 is a Bronze AE3 of Constantius II (355 AD-361 AD) struck at the Aquileia mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VIII Aquileia 235.
- How do you identify RIC VIII Aquileia 235?
- The obverse depicts Bust of Constantius II, pearl-diademed, draped, cuirassed, right; M behind bust with the inscription D N CONSTAN-TIVS P F AVG. The reverse depicts Constantius II, helmeted, draped, cuirassed, standing left, holding globe in right hand and spear in left hand with the inscription SPES REI - PVBLICE. Portrait type: diademed.
- What are the physical specifications of RIC VIII Aquileia 235?
- RIC VIII Aquileia 235 was struck in Bronze, standard weight 1.5g, die axis 6 h, struck.
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