RIC VIII Arelate 70 — Constans Siliqua
RIC VIII Arelate 70 · 340 AD-350 AD · Arelate
Obverse
D N CONSTA-NS P F AVG
Bust of Constans, 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 70 is a siliqua of 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 70?
- RIC VIII Arelate 70 is a Silver Siliqua of Constans (340 AD-350 AD) struck at the Arelate mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VIII Arelate 70.
- How do you identify RIC VIII Arelate 70?
- The obverse depicts Bust of Constans, pearl-diademed, draped, cuirassed, right with the inscription D N CONSTA-NS 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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