How do you identify RIC VIII Antioch 187?

The obverse depicts Bust of Julian, bareheaded, draped, cuirassed, right with the inscription D N IVLIANV-S NOB CAES. The reverse depicts Star within a wreath. Portrait type: draped.

Constantius II Reduced Siliqua — RIC VIII Antioch 187

Catalog Reference

RIC VIII Antioch 187

Ruler

Constantius II

Denomination

Reduced Siliqua

Date

355 AD-361 AD

Mint

Antiocheia Syria

Metal

Silver

Portrait Type

draped

Obverse

D N IVLIANV-S NOB CAES

Bust of Julian, bareheaded, draped, cuirassed, right

Reverse

Star within a wreath

About This Type

This RIC VIII Antioch 187 is a reduced siliqua of Constantius II (355 AD-361 AD), struck at the Antiocheia Syria mint. The reverse depicts Star within a wreath.

About the Reduced Siliqua

The reduced siliqua is a lighter version of the standard siliqua, struck at a lower weight standard during periods of monetary contraction in the late Roman empire. It typically weighs 1.0–1.5 grams compared to the full siliqua's 2–3 grams.

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 187?: RIC VIII Antioch 187 is a Silver Reduced Siliqua of Constantius II (355 AD-361 AD) struck at the Antiocheia Syria mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VIII Antioch 187.
How do you identify RIC VIII Antioch 187?: The obverse depicts Bust of Julian, bareheaded, draped, cuirassed, right with the inscription D N IVLIANV-S NOB CAES. The reverse depicts Star within a wreath. Portrait type: draped.