What is RIC VIII Treveri 232?

RIC VIII Treveri 232 is a Bronze AE3 of Constans (348 AD-350 AD) struck at the Treveri mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VIII Treveri 232.

How do you identify RIC VIII Treveri 232?

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 globe with the inscription FEL•TEMP•REPARATIO. Portrait type: diademed.

What are the physical specifications of RIC VIII Treveri 232?

RIC VIII Treveri 232 was struck in Bronze, standard weight 2.53g, diameter 18mm, die axis 11 h, struck.

Constans AE3, Phoenix reverse (RIC VIII Treveri 232)

Obverse

Reverse

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Catalog Reference

RIC VIII Treveri 232

Ruler

Constans

Denomination

AE3

Date

348 AD-350 AD

Mint

Treveri

Metal

Bronze

Weight

2.53g

Diameter

18mm

Die Axis

11 h

Portrait Type

diademed

Manufacturing

struck

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 globe

About This Type

This RIC VIII Treveri 232 is an ae3 of Constans (348 AD-350 AD), struck at the Treveri mint. The reverse depicts Phoenix, radiate, standing right on globe. Struck in bronze at a standard weight of 2.53g, 18mm diameter.

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 232?: RIC VIII Treveri 232 is a Bronze AE3 of Constans (348 AD-350 AD) struck at the Treveri mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VIII Treveri 232.
How do you identify RIC VIII Treveri 232?: 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 globe with the inscription FEL•TEMP•REPARATIO. Portrait type: diademed.
What are the physical specifications of RIC VIII Treveri 232?: RIC VIII Treveri 232 was struck in Bronze, standard weight 2.53g, diameter 18mm, die axis 11 h, struck.