Constans Large AE2, Soldier (RIC VIII Siscia 211)

Obverse

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Catalog Reference

RIC VIII Siscia 211

Ruler

Constans

Denomination

Large AE2

Date

348 AD-350 AD

Mint

Siscia

Metal

Bronze

Portrait Type

diademed

Obverse

D N CONSTA-NS P F AVG

Bust of Constans, 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 wearing a pointed cap, falling forward onto hands and knees

About This Type

This RIC VIII Siscia 211 is a large ae2 of Constans (348 AD-350 AD), struck at the Siscia 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, falling forward onto hands and knees.

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 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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is RIC VIII Siscia 211?: RIC VIII Siscia 211 is a Bronze Large AE2 of Constans (348 AD-350 AD) struck at the Siscia mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VIII Siscia 211.
How do you identify RIC VIII Siscia 211?: The obverse depicts Bust of Constans, pearl-diademed, draped, cuirassed, right with the inscription D N CONSTA-NS 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 wearing a pointed cap, falling forward onto hands and knees with the inscription FEL TEMP RE-PARATIO. Portrait type: diademed.