How do you identify RIC VIII Nicomedia 73b?

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 Phoenix, radiate, standing right on globe with the inscription FEL TEMP REPARATIO. Portrait type: diademed.

What are the physical specifications of RIC VIII Nicomedia 73b?

RIC VIII Nicomedia 73b was struck in Bronze, standard weight 2.24g, diameter 15mm, die axis 12 h, struck.

Constantius II AE3, Phoenix (RIC VIII Nicomedia 73b)

Obverse

Reverse

Universität Regensburg, Münzsammlung

Catalog Reference

RIC VIII Nicomedia 73b

Ruler

Constantius II

Denomination

AE3

Date

348 AD-351 AD

Mint

Nicomedia

Metal

Bronze

Weight

2.24g

Diameter

15mm

Die Axis

12 h

Portrait Type

diademed

Manufacturing

struck

Obverse

D N CONSTAN-TIVS P F AVG

Bust of Constantius II, pearl-diademed, draped, cuirassed, right

Reverse

FEL TEMP REPARATIO

Phoenix, radiate, standing right on globe

About This Type

This RIC VIII Nicomedia 73b is an ae3 of Constantius II (348 AD-351 AD), struck at the Nicomedia mint. The reverse depicts Phoenix, radiate, standing right on globe. Struck in bronze at a standard weight of 2.24g, 15mm 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 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.

All Constantius II coins Nicomedia mint All AE3 coins

Frequently Asked Questions

What is RIC VIII Nicomedia 73b?: RIC VIII Nicomedia 73b is a Bronze AE3 of Constantius II (348 AD-351 AD) struck at the Nicomedia mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VIII Nicomedia 73b.
How do you identify RIC VIII Nicomedia 73b?: 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 Phoenix, radiate, standing right on globe with the inscription FEL TEMP REPARATIO. Portrait type: diademed.
What are the physical specifications of RIC VIII Nicomedia 73b?: RIC VIII Nicomedia 73b was struck in Bronze, standard weight 2.24g, diameter 15mm, die axis 12 h, struck.