How do you identify RIC VIII Arelate 264?

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

Constantius II Reduced Siliqua — RIC VIII Arelate 264

Catalog Reference

RIC VIII Arelate 264

Ruler

Constantius II

Denomination

Reduced Siliqua

Date

355 AD-360 AD

Mint

Arelate

Metal

Silver

Portrait Type

draped

Obverse

D N IVLIANV-S NOB CAES

Bust of Julian, bareheaded, draped, cuirassed, right

Reverse

VOTIS/V/MVLTIS/X within a wreath

About This Type

This RIC VIII Arelate 264 is a reduced siliqua of Constantius II (355 AD-360 AD), struck at the Arelate mint. The reverse depicts VOTIS/V/MVLTIS/X 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 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 264?: RIC VIII Arelate 264 is a Silver Reduced Siliqua of Constantius II (355 AD-360 AD) struck at the Arelate mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VIII Arelate 264.
How do you identify RIC VIII Arelate 264?: The obverse depicts Bust of Julian, bareheaded, draped, cuirassed, right with the inscription D N IVLIANV-S NOB CAES. The reverse depicts VOTIS/V/MVLTIS/X within a wreath. Portrait type: draped.