What is RIC VIII Treveri 128?

RIC VIII Treveri 128 is a Gold Solidus of Constans (347 AD-348 AD) struck at the Treveri mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VIII Treveri 128.

How do you identify RIC VIII Treveri 128?

The obverse depicts Bust of Constantius II, laureate, rosette-diademed, draped, cuirassed, right, within a wreath with the inscription CONSTANTI-VS AVGVSTVS. The reverse depicts Two Victories, winged, draped, facing each other, holding between them a wreath inscribed VOT/XX/MVLT/XXX with the inscription VICTORIAE DD NN AVGG. Portrait type: laureate.

What are the physical specifications of RIC VIII Treveri 128?

RIC VIII Treveri 128 was struck in Gold, standard weight 4.13g, diameter 21mm, die axis 7 h, struck.

Constans Solidus (RIC VIII Treveri 128)

Obverse

Reverse

Münzkabinett, Staatliche Museen zu Berlin

Catalog Reference

RIC VIII Treveri 128

Ruler

Constans

Denomination

Solidus

Date

347 AD-348 AD

Mint

Treveri

Metal

Gold

Weight

4.13g

Diameter

21mm

Die Axis

7 h

Portrait Type

laureate

Manufacturing

struck

Obverse

CONSTANTI-VS AVGVSTVS

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

Reverse

VICTORIAE DD NN AVGG

Two Victories, winged, draped, facing each other, holding between them a wreath inscribed VOT/XX/MVLT/XXX

About This Type

This RIC VIII Treveri 128 is a solidus of Constans (347 AD-348 AD), struck at the Treveri mint. The reverse depicts Two Victories, winged, draped, facing each other, holding between them a wreath inscribed VOT/XX/MVLT/XXX. Struck in gold at a standard weight of 4.13g, 21mm diameter.

About the Solidus

The solidus was the gold coin of the late Roman and Byzantine empires, introduced by Constantine I around 309 AD at 4.5 grams. It maintained its weight standard for over seven centuries, making it one of the most stable currencies in history.

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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is RIC VIII Treveri 128?: RIC VIII Treveri 128 is a Gold Solidus of Constans (347 AD-348 AD) struck at the Treveri mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VIII Treveri 128.
How do you identify RIC VIII Treveri 128?: The obverse depicts Bust of Constantius II, laureate, rosette-diademed, draped, cuirassed, right, within a wreath with the inscription CONSTANTI-VS AVGVSTVS. The reverse depicts Two Victories, winged, draped, facing each other, holding between them a wreath inscribed VOT/XX/MVLT/XXX with the inscription VICTORIAE DD NN AVGG. Portrait type: laureate.
What are the physical specifications of RIC VIII Treveri 128?: RIC VIII Treveri 128 was struck in Gold, standard weight 4.13g, diameter 21mm, die axis 7 h, struck.