Constans Large AE2 — RIC VIII Arelate 102

Obverse

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Catalog Reference

RIC VIII Arelate 102

Ruler

Constans

Denomination

Large AE2

Date

348 AD-350 AD

Mint

Arelate

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 R-EPARATIO

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 Arelate 102 is a large ae2 of Constans (348 AD-350 AD), struck at the Arelate 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 Arelate Mint

Arelate (modern Arles, France) replaced the Lugdunum mint in the early fourth century and became one of the principal Western mints. Its mint mark typically includes AR or CON (Constantina).

All Constans coins Arelate mint All Large AE2 coins

Frequently Asked Questions

What is RIC VIII Arelate 102?: RIC VIII Arelate 102 is a Bronze Large AE2 of Constans (348 AD-350 AD) struck at the Arelate mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VIII Arelate 102.
How do you identify RIC VIII Arelate 102?: 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 R-EPARATIO. Portrait type: diademed.