Constans AE3, Victory reverse
RIC VIII Siscia 177 · 347 AD · Siscia
Obverse
CONSTAN-S P F AVG
Bust of Constans, rosette-diademed, draped, cuirassed, right
Reverse
VICTOR-IA AVGG
Victory, winged, draped, walking left, holding wreath in right hand and palm in left hand
About This Type
This RIC VIII Siscia 177 is an ae3 of Constans (347 AD), struck at the Siscia mint. The reverse depicts Victory, winged, draped, walking left, holding wreath in right hand and palm in left hand.
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 Siscia Mint
Siscia (modern Sisak, Croatia) was a major late Roman mint, operating from the late third century through the late fourth century. It produced large quantities of bronze coinage for the Danube frontier region.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is RIC VIII Siscia 177?
- RIC VIII Siscia 177 is a Bronze AE3 of Constans (347 AD) struck at the Siscia mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VIII Siscia 177.
- How do you identify RIC VIII Siscia 177?
- The obverse depicts Bust of Constans, rosette-diademed, draped, cuirassed, right with the inscription CONSTAN-S P F AVG. The reverse depicts Victory, winged, draped, walking left, holding wreath in right hand and palm in left hand with the inscription VICTOR-IA AVGG. Portrait type: diademed.
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