How do you identify RIC VIII Lugdunum 182?

The obverse depicts Head of Constantius Gallus, bareheaded, right with the inscription D N CONSTANTI-VS NOB CAES. The reverse depicts Small star within a wreath with the inscription LVG.

What are the physical specifications of RIC VIII Lugdunum 182?

RIC VIII Lugdunum 182 was struck in Silver, standard weight 2.87g, diameter 20mm, die axis 6 h, struck.

Constantius II Siliqua — RIC VIII Lugdunum 182

Obverse

Reverse

Münzkabinett, Staatliche Museen zu Berlin

Catalog Reference

RIC VIII Lugdunum 182

Ruler

Constantius II

Denomination

Siliqua

Date

353 AD-355 AD

Mint

Lugdunum

Metal

Silver

Weight

2.87g

Diameter

20mm

Die Axis

6 h

Manufacturing

struck

Obverse

D N CONSTANTI-VS NOB CAES

Head of Constantius Gallus, bareheaded, right

Reverse

LVG

Small star within a wreath

About This Type

This RIC VIII Lugdunum 182 is a siliqua of Constantius II (353 AD-355 AD), struck at the Lugdunum mint. The reverse depicts Small star within a wreath. Struck in silver at a standard weight of 2.87g, 20mm 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 Lugdunum Mint

Lugdunum (modern Lyon, France) was the main western imperial mint from Augustus through the early second century. It was the sole mint for precious metal coinage for extended periods under Augustus and Tiberius.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is RIC VIII Lugdunum 182?: RIC VIII Lugdunum 182 is a Silver Siliqua of Constantius II (353 AD-355 AD) struck at the Lugdunum mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VIII Lugdunum 182.
How do you identify RIC VIII Lugdunum 182?: The obverse depicts Head of Constantius Gallus, bareheaded, right with the inscription D N CONSTANTI-VS NOB CAES. The reverse depicts Small star within a wreath with the inscription LVG.
What are the physical specifications of RIC VIII Lugdunum 182?: RIC VIII Lugdunum 182 was struck in Silver, standard weight 2.87g, diameter 20mm, die axis 6 h, struck.