Julian Reduced Siliqua
RIC VIII Nicomedia 102a · 355 AD-361 AD · Nicomedia · Issued under Constantius II
Obverse
Reverse
Münzkabinett, Staatliche Museen zu Berlin
Obverse
D N IVLIANVS - NOB CAES
Bust of Julian, bareheaded, draped, cuirassed, right
Reverse
VO/TIS / V // SMN
VO/TIS/V within a wreath
About This Type
This RIC VIII Nicomedia 102a is a reduced siliqua of Julian, issued under Constantius II (355 AD-361 AD), struck at the Nicomedia mint. The reverse depicts VO/TIS/V within a wreath. Struck in silver at a standard weight of 3.18g, 20mm diameter.
About the Reduced Siliqua
The reduced siliqua is a lighter version of the standard siliqua, struck at a lower weight standard during periods of monetary contraction in the late Roman empire. It typically weighs 1.0–1.5 grams compared to the full siliqua's 2–3 grams.
About the Nicomedia Mint
Nicomedia (modern Izmit, Turkey) served as an eastern imperial mint from Diocletian's reform onward. It was particularly important under the Tetrarchy when Nicomedia served as a capital.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is RIC VIII Nicomedia 102a?
- RIC VIII Nicomedia 102a is a Silver Reduced Siliqua of Julian issued under Constantius II (355 AD-361 AD) struck at the Nicomedia mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VIII Nicomedia 102a.
- How do you identify RIC VIII Nicomedia 102a?
- The obverse depicts Bust of Julian, bareheaded, draped, cuirassed, right with the inscription D N IVLIANVS - NOB CAES. The reverse depicts VO/TIS/V within a wreath with the inscription VO/TIS / V // SMN. Portrait type: draped.
- What are the physical specifications of RIC VIII Nicomedia 102a?
- RIC VIII Nicomedia 102a was struck in Silver, standard weight 3.18g, diameter 20mm, die axis 6 h, struck.
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