Constans Large AE2 — RIC VIII Aquileia 95

Obverse

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Catalog Reference

RIC VIII Aquileia 95

Ruler

Constans

Denomination

Large AE2

Date

348 AD-350 AD

Mint

Aquileia

Metal

Bronze

Portrait Type

diademed

Obverse

D N CONSTAN-TIVS P F AVG

Bust of Constantius II, pearl-diademed, draped, cuirassed, right

Reverse

FEL TEMP RE-PARATIO

Soldier, helmeted, draped, cuirassed, advancing left, spearing fallen horseman with right hand and wearing shield on left arm; shield on ground to right; horseman wearing a pointed cap, falling forward onto hands and knees

About This Type

This RIC VIII Aquileia 95 is a large ae2 of Constans (348 AD-350 AD), struck at the Aquileia mint. The reverse depicts Soldier, helmeted, draped, cuirassed, advancing left, spearing fallen horseman with right hand and wearing shield on left arm; shield on ground to right; horseman wearing a pointed cap, falling forward onto hands and knees.

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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is RIC VIII Aquileia 95?: RIC VIII Aquileia 95 is a Bronze Large AE2 of Constans (348 AD-350 AD) struck at the Aquileia mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VIII Aquileia 95.
How do you identify RIC VIII Aquileia 95?: The obverse depicts Bust of Constantius II, pearl-diademed, draped, cuirassed, right with the inscription D N CONSTAN-TIVS P F AVG. The reverse depicts Soldier, helmeted, draped, cuirassed, advancing left, spearing fallen horseman with right hand and wearing shield on left arm; shield on ground to right; horseman wearing a pointed cap, falling forward onto hands and knees with the inscription FEL TEMP RE-PARATIO. Portrait type: diademed.