How do you identify RIC VIII Arelate 15?

The obverse depicts Bust of Roma, visored with crested helmet, wearing ornamental mantle, left with the inscription VRBS - ROMA. The reverse depicts Wolf, standing left, suckling Romulus and Remus; above, two stars.

Constantine II AE3 — RIC VIII Arelate 15

Obverse

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Catalog Reference

RIC VIII Arelate 15

Ruler

Constantine II

Denomination

AE3

Date

337 AD-340 AD

Mint

Arelate

Metal

Bronze

Obverse

VRBS - ROMA

Bust of Roma, visored with crested helmet, wearing ornamental mantle, left

Reverse

Wolf, standing left, suckling Romulus and Remus; above, two stars

About This Type

This RIC VIII Arelate 15 is an ae3 of Constantine II (337 AD-340 AD), struck at the Arelate mint. The reverse depicts Wolf, standing left, suckling Romulus and Remus; above, two stars.

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 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 Constantine II coins Arelate mint All AE3 coins

Frequently Asked Questions

What is RIC VIII Arelate 15?: RIC VIII Arelate 15 is a Bronze AE3 of Constantine II (337 AD-340 AD) struck at the Arelate mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VIII Arelate 15.
How do you identify RIC VIII Arelate 15?: The obverse depicts Bust of Roma, visored with crested helmet, wearing ornamental mantle, left with the inscription VRBS - ROMA. The reverse depicts Wolf, standing left, suckling Romulus and Remus; above, two stars.