How do you identify RIC VIII Treveri 119?

The obverse depicts Bust of Constantius II, laureate, rosette-diademed, draped, cuirassed, right with the inscription FL IVL CONSTANTI-VS PIVS FELIX AVG. The reverse depicts Constantius II, draped, cuirassed, standing left, holding trophy in right hand and resting left hand on shield with the inscription GLORIA - EXERCITVS. Portrait type: laureate.

Constans Multiple-Gold — RIC VIII Treveri 119

Obverse

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Catalog Reference

RIC VIII Treveri 119

Ruler

Constans

Denomination

Multiple-Gold

Date

342 AD-343 AD

Mint

Treveri

Metal

Gold

Portrait Type

laureate

Obverse

FL IVL CONSTANTI-VS PIVS FELIX AVG

Bust of Constantius II, laureate, rosette-diademed, draped, cuirassed, right

Reverse

GLORIA - EXERCITVS

Constantius II, draped, cuirassed, standing left, holding trophy in right hand and resting left hand on shield

About This Type

This RIC VIII Treveri 119 is a multiple-gold of Constans (342 AD-343 AD), struck at the Treveri mint. The reverse depicts Constantius II, draped, cuirassed, standing left, holding trophy in right hand and resting left hand on shield.

About the Multiple-Gold

Gold multiples are oversized gold coins struck at weights of two or more solidi. They were presentation pieces and imperial donatives rather than circulating currency. Surviving examples are extremely rare and command high prices.

About the Treveri Mint

Treveri (modern Trier, Germany) was one of the principal mints of the late Roman Empire, operating from the late third century through the fifth century. It was a primary source of gold solidi for the Western Empire.

All Constans coins Treveri mint All Multiple-Gold coins

Frequently Asked Questions

What is RIC VIII Treveri 119?: RIC VIII Treveri 119 is a Gold Multiple-Gold of Constans (342 AD-343 AD) struck at the Treveri mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VIII Treveri 119.
How do you identify RIC VIII Treveri 119?: The obverse depicts Bust of Constantius II, laureate, rosette-diademed, draped, cuirassed, right with the inscription FL IVL CONSTANTI-VS PIVS FELIX AVG. The reverse depicts Constantius II, draped, cuirassed, standing left, holding trophy in right hand and resting left hand on shield with the inscription GLORIA - EXERCITVS. Portrait type: laureate.