Constans Small AE2, Constans reverse
RIC VIII Siscia 224 · 348 AD-350 AD · Siscia
Obverse
Reverse
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Obverse
D N CONSTA-NS P F AVG
Bust of Constans, pearl-diademed, draped, cuirassed, left, holding globe in right hand
Reverse
FEL TEMP - REPARATIO
Constans, draped, cuirassed, standing left, holding standard with Chi-Rho on banner in right hand and resting left hand on shield; before him, two bound captives, standing facing, heads turned toward one another
About This Type
This RIC VIII Siscia 224 is a small ae2 of Constans (348 AD-350 AD), struck at the Siscia mint. The reverse depicts Constans, draped, cuirassed, standing left, holding standard with Chi-Rho on banner in right hand and resting left hand on shield; before him, two bound captives, standing facing, heads turned toward one another. Struck in bronze at a standard weight of 4.27g, 21mm diameter.
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 224?
- RIC VIII Siscia 224 is a Bronze Small AE2 of Constans (348 AD-350 AD) struck at the Siscia mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VIII Siscia 224.
- How do you identify RIC VIII Siscia 224?
- The obverse depicts Bust of Constans, pearl-diademed, draped, cuirassed, left, holding globe in right hand with the inscription D N CONSTA-NS P F AVG. The reverse depicts Constans, draped, cuirassed, standing left, holding standard with Chi-Rho on banner in right hand and resting left hand on shield; before him, two bound captives, standing facing, heads turned toward one another with the inscription FEL TEMP - REPARATIO. Portrait type: diademed.
- What are the physical specifications of RIC VIII Siscia 224?
- RIC VIII Siscia 224 was struck in Bronze, standard weight 4.27g, diameter 21mm, die axis 12 h, struck.
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