RIC VIII Aquileia 81 Constans obverse — Bust of Constans, laureate, rosette-diademed, draped, cuirassed, right Obverse

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Catalog Reference
RIC VIII Aquileia 81
Ruler
Constans
Denomination
AE3
Date
347 AD-348 AD
Mint
Aquileia
Metal
Bronze
Portrait Type
laureate

Obverse

CONSTAN-S P F AVG

Bust of Constans, laureate, rosette-diademed, draped, cuirassed, right

Reverse

VICTORIAE DD AVGGQ NN

Two Victories, winged, draped, standing facing each other, each holding wreath in right hand and palm in left hand

About This Type

This RIC VIII Aquileia 81 is an ae3 of Constans (347 AD-348 AD), struck at the Aquileia mint. The reverse depicts Two Victories, winged, draped, standing facing each other, each holding wreath in right hand and palm in left hand.

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 81?
RIC VIII Aquileia 81 is a Bronze AE3 of Constans (347 AD-348 AD) struck at the Aquileia mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VIII Aquileia 81.
How do you identify RIC VIII Aquileia 81?
The obverse depicts Bust of Constans, laureate, rosette-diademed, draped, cuirassed, right with the inscription CONSTAN-S P F AVG. The reverse depicts Two Victories, winged, draped, standing facing each other, each holding wreath in right hand and palm in left hand with the inscription VICTORIAE DD AVGGQ NN. Portrait type: laureate.

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