Vetranio Large AE2, Vetranio reverse
RIC VIII Thessalonica 131 · 350 AD · Thessalonica · Issued under Constantius II
Obverse
Reverse
Münzkabinett, Staatliche Museen zu Berlin
Obverse
D N VETRAN-IO P F AVG
Bust of Vetranio, pearl-diademed, draped, cuirassed, right
Reverse
CONCORDIA - MILITVM
Vetranio, diademed, draped, cuirassed, standing front, head left, holding standard with Chi-Rho on banner in each hand; above him, a star; A in left field
About This Type
This RIC VIII Thessalonica 131 is a large ae2 of Vetranio, issued under Constantius II (350 AD), struck at the Thessalonica mint. The reverse depicts Vetranio, diademed, draped, cuirassed, standing front, head left, holding standard with Chi-Rho on banner in each hand; above him, a star; A in left field. Struck in bronze at a standard weight of 5.06g, 24mm diameter.
About the Large AE2
Large AE2 is a size classification for late Roman bronze coins at the upper end of the AE2 range, typically 23–25mm. These heavier pieces often date to the earlier years of a weight standard before the usual reduction over time.
About the Thessalonica Mint
Thessalonica (modern Thessaloniki, Greece) operated as an imperial mint from the late third century. It was a key Balkan mint serving the military needs of the Danube and eastern frontiers.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is RIC VIII Thessalonica 131?
- RIC VIII Thessalonica 131 is a Bronze Large AE2 of Vetranio issued under Constantius II (350 AD) struck at the Thessalonica mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VIII Thessalonica 131.
- How do you identify RIC VIII Thessalonica 131?
- The obverse depicts Bust of Vetranio, pearl-diademed, draped, cuirassed, right with the inscription D N VETRAN-IO P F AVG. The reverse depicts Vetranio, diademed, draped, cuirassed, standing front, head left, holding standard with Chi-Rho on banner in each hand; above him, a star; A in left field with the inscription CONCORDIA - MILITVM. Portrait type: diademed.
- What are the physical specifications of RIC VIII Thessalonica 131?
- RIC VIII Thessalonica 131 was struck in Bronze, standard weight 5.06g, diameter 24mm, die axis 6 h, struck.
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