Constans Light Miliarensis
RIC VIII Aquileia 60 · 340 AD-350 AD · Aquileia
Obverse
Reverse
Münzkabinett, Staatliche Museen zu Berlin
Obverse
CONSTANT-IVS P F AVG
Bust of Constantius II, laureate, rosette-diademed, draped, cuirassed, right
Reverse
FELICITAS PERPETVA
VOT/XX/MVLT/XXX within a laurel wreath
About This Type
This RIC VIII Aquileia 60 is a light miliarensis of Constans (340 AD-350 AD), struck at the Aquileia mint. The reverse depicts VOT/XX/MVLT/XXX within a laurel wreath. Struck in silver at a standard weight of 4.32g, 25mm diameter.
About the Light Miliarensis
The light miliarensis was a large late Roman silver denomination, typically weighing 4.0–4.5 grams. It was a prestige issue, struck in smaller quantities than the siliqua and often given as imperial donatives.
About the Aquileia Mint
Aquileia (in northeastern Italy) was a late Roman mint operating from the late third through the early fifth century. It served as a major logistical hub for the northern Italian frontier.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is RIC VIII Aquileia 60?
- RIC VIII Aquileia 60 is a Silver Light Miliarensis of Constans (340 AD-350 AD) struck at the Aquileia mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VIII Aquileia 60.
- How do you identify RIC VIII Aquileia 60?
- The obverse depicts Bust of Constantius II, laureate, rosette-diademed, draped, cuirassed, right with the inscription CONSTANT-IVS P F AVG. The reverse depicts VOT/XX/MVLT/XXX within a laurel wreath with the inscription FELICITAS PERPETVA. Portrait type: laureate.
- What are the physical specifications of RIC VIII Aquileia 60?
- RIC VIII Aquileia 60 was struck in Silver, standard weight 4.32g, diameter 25mm, die axis 11 h, struck.
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