Constantius II AE3, Soldier reverse
RIC VIII Siscia 350 · 351 AD-355 AD · Siscia
Obverse
Reverse
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Obverse
D N CONSTAN-TIVS P F AVG
Bust of Constantius II, pearl-diademed, draped, cuirassed, right
Reverse
FEL TEMP - REPARATIO
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, wearing pointed cap; extending left arm
About This Type
This RIC VIII Siscia 350 is an ae3 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, wearing pointed cap; extending left arm. Struck in bronze at a standard weight of 2.3g, 19mm diameter.
About the AE3
AE3 is a modern size classification for late Roman bronze coins measuring 17–21mm in diameter. It is the most common denomination class in the Constantinian period, encompassing the small nummi and reduced folles that circulated in enormous quantities. GLORIA EXERCITVS and camp gate types are typical AE3 reverses.
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 350?
- RIC VIII Siscia 350 is a Bronze AE3 of Constantius II (351 AD-355 AD) struck at the Siscia mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VIII Siscia 350.
- How do you identify RIC VIII Siscia 350?
- The obverse depicts Bust of Constantius II, pearl-diademed, draped, cuirassed, right with the inscription D N CONSTAN-TIVS 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 facing soldier, wearing pointed cap; extending left arm with the inscription FEL TEMP - REPARATIO. Portrait type: diademed.
- What are the physical specifications of RIC VIII Siscia 350?
- RIC VIII Siscia 350 was struck in Bronze, standard weight 2.3g, diameter 19mm, die axis 6 h, struck.
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