Constantius II Solidus, Victory (RIC VIII Antioch 17)

Obverse

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Catalog Reference

RIC VIII Antioch 17

Ruler

Constantius II

Denomination

Solidus

Date

337 AD-347 AD

Mint

Antiocheia Syria

Metal

Gold

Portrait Type

laureate

Obverse

CONSTAN-TIVS AVG

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

Reverse

VICTORIA AVGVSTORVM

Victory, winged, draped, seated right on cuirass, supporting a shield inscribed VOT/XXX on her left knee; a small genius supports the shield with both hands

About This Type

This RIC VIII Antioch 17 is a solidus of Constantius II (337 AD-347 AD), struck at the Antiocheia Syria mint. The reverse depicts Victory, winged, draped, seated right on cuirass, supporting a shield inscribed VOT/XXX on her left knee; a small genius supports the shield with both hands.

About the Solidus

The solidus was the gold coin of the late Roman and Byzantine empires, introduced by Constantine I around 309 AD at 4.5 grams. It maintained its weight standard for over seven centuries, making it one of the most stable currencies in history.

About the Antiocheia Syria Mint

Antiocheia (modern Antakya, Turkey) was one of the major eastern mints, operating from the Seleucid period through the late Roman Empire. It produced large volumes of silver and bronze coinage for the eastern provinces.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is RIC VIII Antioch 17?: RIC VIII Antioch 17 is a Gold Solidus of Constantius II (337 AD-347 AD) struck at the Antiocheia Syria mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VIII Antioch 17.
How do you identify RIC VIII Antioch 17?: The obverse depicts Bust of Constantius II, laureate, draped, cuirassed, right with the inscription CONSTAN-TIVS AVG. The reverse depicts Victory, winged, draped, seated right on cuirass, supporting a shield inscribed VOT/XXX on her left knee; a small genius supports the shield with both hands with the inscription VICTORIA AVGVSTORVM. Portrait type: laureate.