RIC VIII Treveri 236 Constans obverse, Bust of Constans, pearl-diademed, draped, cuirassed, right Obverse
RIC VIII Treveri 236 Constans reverse, Phoenix, radiate, standing right on globe Reverse

Römisch-Germanisches Museum, Köln

Catalog Reference
RIC VIII Treveri 236
Ruler
Constans
Denomination
AE3
Date
348 AD-350 AD
Mint
Treveri
Metal
Bronze
Weight
23.88g
Diameter
25mm
Die Axis
6 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 236 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 23.88g, 25mm 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is RIC VIII Treveri 236?
RIC VIII Treveri 236 is a Bronze AE3 of Constans (348 AD-350 AD) struck at the Treveri mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VIII Treveri 236.
How do you identify RIC VIII Treveri 236?
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 236?
RIC VIII Treveri 236 was struck in Bronze, standard weight 23.88g, diameter 25mm, die axis 6 h, struck.

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