Constantius II Siliqua, Victory reverse
RIC VIII Arelate 69 · 340 AD-350 AD · Arelate · Issued under Constans
Obverse
D N CONSTAN-TIVS P F AVG
Bust of Constantius II, pearl-diademed, draped, cuirassed, right
Reverse
VICTORIA - DD NN AVGG
Victory, winged, draped, walking left, holding wreath in right hand and palm in left hand
About This Type
This RIC VIII Arelate 69 is a siliqua of Constantius II, issued under Constans (340 AD-350 AD), struck at the Arelate mint. The reverse depicts Victory, winged, draped, walking left, holding wreath in right hand and palm in left hand.
About the Siliqua
The siliqua was a late Roman silver denomination introduced in the fourth century, typically weighing 2–3 grams. It was the main silver coin of the late empire alongside the gold solidus.
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).
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is RIC VIII Arelate 69?
- RIC VIII Arelate 69 is a Silver Siliqua of Constantius II issued under Constans (340 AD-350 AD) struck at the Arelate mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VIII Arelate 69.
- How do you identify RIC VIII Arelate 69?
- The obverse depicts Bust of Constantius II, pearl-diademed, draped, cuirassed, right with the inscription D N CONSTAN-TIVS P F AVG. The reverse depicts Victory, winged, draped, walking left, holding wreath in right hand and palm in left hand with the inscription VICTORIA - DD NN AVGG. Portrait type: diademed.
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