Constantius II Small AE2, Constantius II reverse
RIC VIII Siscia 286 · 350 AD · Siscia
Obverse
Reverse
Seminar für Alte Geschichte, Universität Freiburg
Obverse
D N CONSTAN-TIVS P F AVG
Bust of Constantius II, pearl-diademed, draped, cuirassed, right; A behind bust; star in front of bust
Reverse
HOC SIG-NO VICTOR ERIS
Constantius II, diademed, draped, cuirassed, standing front, head left, holding standard with Chi-Rho on banner in right hand and spear in left hand; to right, Victory standing, crowning him with wreath and holding palm; A in left field
About This Type
This RIC VIII Siscia 286 is a small ae2 of Constantius II (350 AD), struck at the Siscia mint. The reverse depicts Constantius II, diademed, draped, cuirassed, standing front, head left, holding standard with Chi-Rho on banner in right hand and spear in left hand; to right, Victory standing, crowning him with wreath and holding palm; A in left field. Struck in bronze at a standard weight of 4.8g, 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 286?
- RIC VIII Siscia 286 is a Bronze Small AE2 of Constantius II (350 AD) struck at the Siscia mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VIII Siscia 286.
- How do you identify RIC VIII Siscia 286?
- The obverse depicts Bust of Constantius II, pearl-diademed, draped, cuirassed, right; A behind bust; star in front of bust with the inscription D N CONSTAN-TIVS P F AVG. The reverse depicts Constantius II, diademed, draped, cuirassed, standing front, head left, holding standard with Chi-Rho on banner in right hand and spear in left hand; to right, Victory standing, crowning him with wreath and holding palm; A in left field with the inscription HOC SIG-NO VICTOR ERIS. Portrait type: diademed.
- What are the physical specifications of RIC VIII Siscia 286?
- RIC VIII Siscia 286 was struck in Bronze, standard weight 4.8g, diameter 21mm, die axis 11 h, struck.
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