Constantine I AE3, Constantine reverse
RIC VIII Treveri 68 · 337 AD-340 AD · Treveri · Issued under Constantine II
Obverse
Reverse
Akademisches Kunstmuseum, Universität Bonn
Obverse
DIV CONSTANTI-NVS PT AVGG
Bust of Constantine I, veiled, draped, cuirassed, right
Reverse
// TRS
Constantine I, veiled, draped, riding right in quadriga; Hand of God reaches down to him
About This Type
This RIC VIII Treveri 68 is an ae3 of Constantine I, issued under Constantine II (337 AD-340 AD), struck at the Treveri mint. The reverse depicts Constantine I, veiled, draped, riding right in quadriga; Hand of God reaches down to him. Struck in bronze at a standard weight of 1.19g, 14mm 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 68?
- RIC VIII Treveri 68 is a Bronze AE3 of Constantine I issued under Constantine II (337 AD-340 AD) struck at the Treveri mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VIII Treveri 68.
- How do you identify RIC VIII Treveri 68?
- The obverse depicts Bust of Constantine I, veiled, draped, cuirassed, right with the inscription DIV CONSTANTI-NVS PT AVGG. The reverse depicts Constantine I, veiled, draped, riding right in quadriga; Hand of God reaches down to him with the inscription // TRS. Portrait type: draped.
- What are the physical specifications of RIC VIII Treveri 68?
- RIC VIII Treveri 68 was struck in Bronze, standard weight 1.19g, diameter 14mm, die axis 12 h, struck.
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