How do you identify RIC VIII Constantinople 59?

The obverse depicts Bust of Constantius II, rosette-diademed, draped, cuirassed, right with the inscription D N CONSTA-NTIVS AVG. The reverse depicts VOT/XX/MVLT/XXX within a wreath with the inscription FELICITAS REI PVBLICE. Portrait type: diademed.

What are the physical specifications of RIC VIII Constantinople 59?

RIC VIII Constantinople 59 was struck in Silver, standard weight 2.96g, diameter 19mm, die axis 12 h, struck.

Constantius II Siliqua — RIC VIII Constantinople 59

Obverse

Reverse

Seminar für Alte Geschichte, Universität Freiburg

Catalog Reference

RIC VIII Constantinople 59

Ruler

Constantius II

Denomination

Siliqua

Date

340 AD-351 AD

Mint

Constantinople

Metal

Silver

Weight

2.96g

Diameter

19mm

Die Axis

12 h

Portrait Type

diademed

Manufacturing

struck

Obverse

D N CONSTA-NTIVS AVG

Bust of Constantius II, rosette-diademed, draped, cuirassed, right

Reverse

FELICITAS REI PVBLICE

VOT/XX/MVLT/XXX within a wreath

About This Type

This RIC VIII Constantinople 59 is a siliqua of Constantius II (340 AD-351 AD), struck at the Constantinople mint. The reverse depicts VOT/XX/MVLT/XXX within a wreath. Struck in silver at a standard weight of 2.96g, 19mm diameter.

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 59?: RIC VIII Constantinople 59 is a Silver Siliqua of Constantius II (340 AD-351 AD) struck at the Constantinople mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VIII Constantinople 59.
How do you identify RIC VIII Constantinople 59?: The obverse depicts Bust of Constantius II, rosette-diademed, draped, cuirassed, right with the inscription D N CONSTA-NTIVS AVG. The reverse depicts VOT/XX/MVLT/XXX within a wreath with the inscription FELICITAS REI PVBLICE. Portrait type: diademed.
What are the physical specifications of RIC VIII Constantinople 59?: RIC VIII Constantinople 59 was struck in Silver, standard weight 2.96g, diameter 19mm, die axis 12 h, struck.