Constantius II Large AE2, Soldier reverse
RIC VIII Cyzicus 95 · 351 AD-354 AD · Cyzicus
Obverse
Reverse
Seminar für Alte Geschichte, Universität Freiburg
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 bearded, facing soldier, raising right arm
About This Type
This RIC VIII Cyzicus 95 is a large ae2 of Constantius II (351 AD-354 AD), struck at the Cyzicus 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 bearded, facing soldier, raising right arm. Struck in bronze at a standard weight of 4.7g, 24mm diameter.
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 Cyzicus Mint
Cyzicus (in modern Turkey) was a major eastern mint from the third century onward. Its mint mark typically appears as a variant of SMK in the reverse exergue of late Roman coinage.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is RIC VIII Cyzicus 95?
- RIC VIII Cyzicus 95 is a Bronze Large AE2 of Constantius II (351 AD-354 AD) struck at the Cyzicus mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VIII Cyzicus 95.
- How do you identify RIC VIII Cyzicus 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 bearded, facing soldier, raising right arm with the inscription FEL TEMP RE-PARATIO. Portrait type: diademed.
- What are the physical specifications of RIC VIII Cyzicus 95?
- RIC VIII Cyzicus 95 was struck in Bronze, standard weight 4.7g, diameter 24mm, die axis 12 h, struck.
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