Constantius II AE3, Soldier reverse
RIC VIII Lugdunum 199 · 355 AD-360 AD · Lugdunum
Obverse
Reverse
Münzkabinett, Staatliche Museen zu Berlin
Obverse
FL CL IVLIANVS NOB C
Bust of Julian, bareheaded, draped, cuirassed, right; M behind bust
Reverse
FEL TEMP - REPARATIO
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, turning to soldier, extending left arm
About This Type
This RIC VIII Lugdunum 199 is an ae3 of Constantius II (355 AD-360 AD), struck at the Lugdunum 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, turning to soldier, extending left arm. Struck in bronze at a standard weight of 2.7g, 19mm diameter.
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 Lugdunum Mint
Lugdunum (modern Lyon, France) was the main western imperial mint from Augustus through the early second century. It was the sole mint for precious metal coinage for extended periods under Augustus and Tiberius.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is RIC VIII Lugdunum 199?
- RIC VIII Lugdunum 199 is a Bronze AE3 of Constantius II (355 AD-360 AD) struck at the Lugdunum mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VIII Lugdunum 199.
- How do you identify RIC VIII Lugdunum 199?
- The obverse depicts Bust of Julian, bareheaded, draped, cuirassed, right; M behind bust with the inscription FL CL IVLIANVS NOB C. 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, turning to soldier, extending left arm with the inscription FEL TEMP - REPARATIO. Portrait type: draped.
- What are the physical specifications of RIC VIII Lugdunum 199?
- RIC VIII Lugdunum 199 was struck in Bronze, standard weight 2.7g, diameter 19mm, die axis 12 h, struck.
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