Constantius II Multiple-Gold, Constantius II reverse
RIC VIII Treveri 119 · 342 AD-343 AD · Treveri · Issued under Constans
Obverse
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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 Constantius II, issued under 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is RIC VIII Treveri 119?
- RIC VIII Treveri 119 is a Gold Multiple-Gold of Constantius II issued under 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.
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