Constantius II Siliqua — RIC VIII Constantinople 17

Obverse

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Catalog Reference

RIC VIII Constantinople 17

Ruler

Constantius II

Denomination

Siliqua

Date

337 AD-340 AD

Mint

Constantinople

Metal

Silver

Portrait Type

laureate

Obverse

Head of Constantius II, laureate, looking upward

Reverse

CONSTANT-IVS AVGVSTVS

Victory, winged, draped, walking left, holding wreath in right hand and palm in left hand

About This Type

This RIC VIII Constantinople 17 is a siliqua of Constantius II (337 AD-340 AD), struck at the Constantinople 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 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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is RIC VIII Constantinople 17?: RIC VIII Constantinople 17 is a Silver Siliqua of Constantius II (337 AD-340 AD) struck at the Constantinople mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VIII Constantinople 17.
How do you identify RIC VIII Constantinople 17?: The obverse depicts Head of Constantius II, laureate, looking upward. The reverse depicts Victory, winged, draped, walking left, holding wreath in right hand and palm in left hand with the inscription CONSTANT-IVS AVGVSTVS. Portrait type: laureate.