Constantine II AE3, Soldier (RIC VIII Treveri 75)

Obverse

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Catalog Reference

RIC VIII Treveri 75

Ruler

Constantine II

Denomination

AE3

Date

337 AD-340 AD

Mint

Treveri

Metal

Bronze

Portrait Type

laureate

Obverse

FL IVL CONSTANTIVS AVG

Bust of Constantius II, laureate, draped, cuirassed, right

Reverse

VIRTVS - AVGG NN

Soldier, helmeted, draped, cuirassed, standing front, head right, holding spear in right hand and resting left hand on shield

About This Type

This RIC VIII Treveri 75 is an ae3 of Constantine II (337 AD-340 AD), struck at the Treveri mint. The reverse depicts Soldier, helmeted, draped, cuirassed, standing front, head right, holding spear in right hand and resting left hand on shield.

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 75?: RIC VIII Treveri 75 is a Bronze AE3 of Constantine II (337 AD-340 AD) struck at the Treveri mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VIII Treveri 75.
How do you identify RIC VIII Treveri 75?: The obverse depicts Bust of Constantius II, laureate, draped, cuirassed, right with the inscription FL IVL CONSTANTIVS AVG. The reverse depicts Soldier, helmeted, draped, cuirassed, standing front, head right, holding spear in right hand and resting left hand on shield with the inscription VIRTVS - AVGG NN. Portrait type: laureate.