What is RIC VIII Treveri 228?

RIC VIII Treveri 228 is a Bronze AE3 of Constans (348 AD-350 AD) struck at the Treveri mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VIII Treveri 228.

How do you identify RIC VIII Treveri 228?

The obverse depicts Bust of Constans, pearl-diademed, draped, cuirassed, right with the inscription D N CONSTA-NS P F AVG. The reverse depicts Phoenix, radiate, standing right on rocky mound with the inscription FEL•TEMP•REPARATIO. Portrait type: diademed.

Constans AE3, Phoenix reverse (RIC VIII Treveri 228)

Obverse

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Catalog Reference

RIC VIII Treveri 228

Ruler

Constans

Denomination

AE3

Date

348 AD-350 AD

Mint

Treveri

Metal

Bronze

Portrait Type

diademed

Obverse

D N CONSTA-NS P F AVG

Bust of Constans, pearl-diademed, draped, cuirassed, right

Reverse

FEL•TEMP•REPARATIO

Phoenix, radiate, standing right on rocky mound

About This Type

This RIC VIII Treveri 228 is an ae3 of Constans (348 AD-350 AD), struck at the Treveri mint. The reverse depicts Phoenix, radiate, standing right on rocky mound.

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 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 228?: RIC VIII Treveri 228 is a Bronze AE3 of Constans (348 AD-350 AD) struck at the Treveri mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VIII Treveri 228.
How do you identify RIC VIII Treveri 228?: The obverse depicts Bust of Constans, pearl-diademed, draped, cuirassed, right with the inscription D N CONSTA-NS P F AVG. The reverse depicts Phoenix, radiate, standing right on rocky mound with the inscription FEL•TEMP•REPARATIO. Portrait type: diademed.