RIC VIII Constantinople 102 — Constantius II Siliqua
RIC VIII Constantinople 102 · 351 AD-355 AD · Constantinople
Obverse
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Obverse
D N CONSTAN-TIVS P F AVG
Bust of Constantius II, pearl-diademed, draped, cuirassed, right
Reverse
VOTIS/XXX/MVLTIS/XXXX within a wreath
About This Type
This RIC VIII Constantinople 102 is a siliqua of Constantius II (351 AD-355 AD), struck at the Constantinople mint. The reverse depicts VOTIS/XXX/MVLTIS/XXXX within a wreath.
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 Constantinople Mint
Constantinople (modern Istanbul) became the principal mint of the eastern Roman Empire after its foundation in 330 AD. It remained the dominant mint for gold coinage throughout the Byzantine period.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is RIC VIII Constantinople 102?
- RIC VIII Constantinople 102 is a Silver Siliqua of Constantius II (351 AD-355 AD) struck at the Constantinople mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VIII Constantinople 102.
- How do you identify RIC VIII Constantinople 102?
- 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 VOTIS/XXX/MVLTIS/XXXX within a wreath. Portrait type: diademed.
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