Constantius II AE3, Constantine reverse
RIC VIII Nicomedia 4 · 337 AD-340 AD · Nicomedia
Obverse
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Obverse
DV CONSTANTI-NVS PT AVGG
Bust of Constantine II, veiled, draped, cuirassed, right
Reverse
Constantine I, veiled, draped, riding right in quadriga; Hand of God reaches down to him
About This Type
This RIC VIII Nicomedia 4 is an ae3 of Constantius II (337 AD-340 AD), struck at the Nicomedia mint. The reverse depicts Constantine I, veiled, draped, riding right in quadriga; Hand of God reaches down to him.
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 Nicomedia Mint
Nicomedia (modern Izmit, Turkey) served as an eastern imperial mint from Diocletian's reform onward. It was particularly important under the Tetrarchy when Nicomedia served as a capital.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is RIC VIII Nicomedia 4?
- RIC VIII Nicomedia 4 is a Bronze AE3 of Constantius II (337 AD-340 AD) struck at the Nicomedia mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VIII Nicomedia 4.
- How do you identify RIC VIII Nicomedia 4?
- The obverse depicts Bust of Constantine II, veiled, draped, cuirassed, right with the inscription DV CONSTANTI-NVS PT AVGG. The reverse depicts Constantine I, veiled, draped, riding right in quadriga; Hand of God reaches down to him. Portrait type: draped.
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