RIC VIII Aquileia 25 — Constantine II AE3
RIC VIII Aquileia 25 · 337 AD-340 AD · Aquileia
Obverse
Reverse
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Obverse
CONSTANTI-NVS P F AVG
Bust of Constantine II, laureate, rosette-diademed, cuirassed, right
Reverse
GLOR-IA EXERC-ITVS
Two soldiers, helmeted, draped, cuirassed, standing front, heads turned toward each another, each holding inverted spear in outer hand and resting inner hand on shield; between them, a standard
About This Type
This RIC VIII Aquileia 25 is an ae3 of Constantine II (337 AD-340 AD), struck at the Aquileia mint. The reverse depicts Two soldiers, helmeted, draped, cuirassed, standing front, heads turned toward each another, each holding inverted spear in outer hand and resting inner hand on shield; between them, a standard. Struck in bronze at a standard weight of 1.54g, 15mm 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 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 25?
- RIC VIII Aquileia 25 is a Bronze AE3 of Constantine II (337 AD-340 AD) struck at the Aquileia mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VIII Aquileia 25.
- How do you identify RIC VIII Aquileia 25?
- The obverse depicts Bust of Constantine II, laureate, rosette-diademed, cuirassed, right with the inscription CONSTANTI-NVS P F AVG. The reverse depicts Two soldiers, helmeted, draped, cuirassed, standing front, heads turned toward each another, each holding inverted spear in outer hand and resting inner hand on shield; between them, a standard with the inscription GLOR-IA EXERC-ITVS. Portrait type: laureate.
- What are the physical specifications of RIC VIII Aquileia 25?
- RIC VIII Aquileia 25 was struck in Bronze, standard weight 1.54g, diameter 15mm, die axis 6 h, struck.
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