RIC VIII Cyzicus 2 — Constantius II Siliqua
RIC VIII Cyzicus 2 · 337 AD-340 AD · Cyzicus
Obverse
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Obverse
Head of Constantius II, laureate, rosette-diademed, looking upward
Reverse
CONSTAN-TIVS AVG
Victory, winged, draped, advancing left, holding wreath in right hand and palm in left hand
About This Type
This RIC VIII Cyzicus 2 is a siliqua of Constantius II (337 AD-340 AD), struck at the Cyzicus mint. The reverse depicts Victory, winged, draped, advancing 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 Cyzicus Mint
Cyzicus (in modern Turkey) was a major eastern mint from the third century onward. Its mint mark typically appears as a variant of SMK in the reverse exergue of late Roman coinage.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is RIC VIII Cyzicus 2?
- RIC VIII Cyzicus 2 is a Silver Siliqua of Constantius II (337 AD-340 AD) struck at the Cyzicus mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VIII Cyzicus 2.
- How do you identify RIC VIII Cyzicus 2?
- The obverse depicts Head of Constantius II, laureate, rosette-diademed, looking upward. The reverse depicts Victory, winged, draped, advancing left, holding wreath in right hand and palm in left hand with the inscription CONSTAN-TIVS AVG. Portrait type: laureate.
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