Constantius Gallus Semissis, Victory reverse
RIC VIII Antioch 95 · 347 AD-355 AD · Antiocheia Syria · Issued under Constantius II
Obverse
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Obverse
CONSTANTI-VS NOB CAES
Bust of Constantius Gallus, bareheaded, draped, cuirassed, right
Reverse
VICTORIA AVGVSTORVM
Victory, winged, draped, seated right on cuirass, supporting a shield inscribed VOT/IS/V on her left knee; a small genius supports the shield with both hands
About This Type
This RIC VIII Antioch 95 is a semissis of Constantius Gallus, issued under Constantius II (347 AD-355 AD), struck at the Antiocheia Syria mint. The reverse depicts Victory, winged, draped, seated right on cuirass, supporting a shield inscribed VOT/IS/V on her left knee; a small genius supports the shield with both hands.
About the Semissis
The semissis was a late Roman and Byzantine gold denomination worth half a solidus, typically weighing about 2.25 grams. It was introduced in the fourth century and continued into the Byzantine period.
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is RIC VIII Antioch 95?
- RIC VIII Antioch 95 is a Gold Semissis of Constantius Gallus issued under Constantius II (347 AD-355 AD) struck at the Antiocheia Syria mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VIII Antioch 95.
- How do you identify RIC VIII Antioch 95?
- The obverse depicts Bust of Constantius Gallus, bareheaded, draped, cuirassed, right with the inscription CONSTANTI-VS NOB CAES. The reverse depicts Victory, winged, draped, seated right on cuirass, supporting a shield inscribed VOT/IS/V on her left knee; a small genius supports the shield with both hands with the inscription VICTORIA AVGVSTORVM. Portrait type: draped.
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