How do you identify RIC VIII Arelate 206?

The obverse depicts Head of Constantius Gallus, bareheaded, right with the inscription D N CONSTAN-TIVS NOB CAES. The reverse depicts Three standards with the inscription VIRTVS EXERCITVS.

Constantius II Heavy Miliarensis — RIC VIII Arelate 206

Reverse

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Catalog Reference

RIC VIII Arelate 206

Ruler

Constantius II

Denomination

Heavy Miliarensis

Date

353 AD-355 AD

Mint

Arelate

Metal

Silver

Obverse

D N CONSTAN-TIVS NOB CAES

Head of Constantius Gallus, bareheaded, right

Reverse

VIRTVS EXERCITVS

Three standards

About This Type

This RIC VIII Arelate 206 is a heavy miliarensis of Constantius II (353 AD-355 AD), struck at the Arelate mint. The reverse depicts Three standards.

About the Heavy Miliarensis

The heavy miliarensis was the larger variant of the late Roman silver miliarensis, typically weighing 5.0–5.5 grams. These substantial silver coins are scarce and prized by collectors of late Roman coinage.

About the Arelate Mint

Arelate (modern Arles, France) replaced the Lugdunum mint in the early fourth century and became one of the principal Western mints. Its mint mark typically includes AR or CON (Constantina).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is RIC VIII Arelate 206?: RIC VIII Arelate 206 is a Silver Heavy Miliarensis of Constantius II (353 AD-355 AD) struck at the Arelate mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VIII Arelate 206.
How do you identify RIC VIII Arelate 206?: The obverse depicts Head of Constantius Gallus, bareheaded, right with the inscription D N CONSTAN-TIVS NOB CAES. The reverse depicts Three standards with the inscription VIRTVS EXERCITVS.