Constantius II Small AE2, Soldier reverse
RIC VIII Siscia 216 · 348 AD-350 AD · Siscia · Issued under Constans
Obverse
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Obverse
D N CONSTAN-TIVS P F AVG
Bust of Constantius II, pearl-diademed, draped, cuirassed, left, holding globe in right hand
Reverse
FEL•TEMP•REPA-RATIO
Soldier, helmeted, draped, cuirassed, advancing right, head left, leading small bare-headed figure from a hut beneath a tree with right hand and holding spear in left hand
About This Type
This RIC VIII Siscia 216 is a small ae2 of Constantius II, issued under Constans (348 AD-350 AD), struck at the Siscia mint. The reverse depicts Soldier, helmeted, draped, cuirassed, advancing right, head left, leading small bare-headed figure from a hut beneath a tree with right hand and holding spear in left hand.
About the Small AE2
Small AE2 is a size classification for late Roman bronze coins at the lower end of the AE2 range, typically 21–22mm. These lighter pieces often represent a reduced weight standard late in a denomination's production cycle.
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 216?
- RIC VIII Siscia 216 is a Bronze Small AE2 of Constantius II issued under Constans (348 AD-350 AD) struck at the Siscia mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VIII Siscia 216.
- How do you identify RIC VIII Siscia 216?
- The obverse depicts Bust of Constantius II, pearl-diademed, draped, cuirassed, left, holding globe in right hand with the inscription D N CONSTAN-TIVS P F AVG. The reverse depicts Soldier, helmeted, draped, cuirassed, advancing right, head left, leading small bare-headed figure from a hut beneath a tree with right hand and holding spear in left hand with the inscription FEL•TEMP•REPA-RATIO. Portrait type: diademed.
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