Constantius II Reduced AE2, Soldier reverse
RIC VIII Siscia 343 · 351 AD-355 AD · Siscia
Obverse
Reverse
Akademisches Kunstmuseum, Universität Bonn
Obverse
D N CONSTANTIVS IVN NOB C
Bust of Constantius Gallus, bareheaded, draped, cuirassed, right; A behind bust
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 facing soldier, extending left arm
About This Type
This RIC VIII Siscia 343 is a reduced ae2 of Constantius II (351 AD-355 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 facing soldier, extending left arm. Struck in bronze at a standard weight of 4.26g, 21mm diameter.
About the Reduced AE2
Reduced AE2 denotes a late Roman bronze coin originally struck to the AE2 standard but at a reduced weight, typically from a period of monetary contraction. The distinction matters for dating, reduced issues generally come later in a series.
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 343?
- RIC VIII Siscia 343 is a Bronze Reduced AE2 of Constantius II (351 AD-355 AD) struck at the Siscia mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VIII Siscia 343.
- How do you identify RIC VIII Siscia 343?
- The obverse depicts Bust of Constantius Gallus, bareheaded, draped, cuirassed, right; A behind bust with the inscription D N CONSTANTIVS IVN NOB C. 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 facing soldier, extending left arm with the inscription FEL TEMP RE-PARATIO. Portrait type: draped.
- What are the physical specifications of RIC VIII Siscia 343?
- RIC VIII Siscia 343 was struck in Bronze, standard weight 4.26g, diameter 21mm, die axis 12 h, struck.
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