How do you identify RIC VIII Nicomedia 81?

The obverse depicts Bust of Constantius II, pearl-diademed, draped, cuirassed, right with the inscription D N CONSTAN-TIVS P F AVG. The reverse depicts VOTIS/XXX/MVLTIS/XXXX within a wreath with the inscription VOTIS / XXX / MVLTIS / XXXX // SMN. Portrait type: diademed.

What are the physical specifications of RIC VIII Nicomedia 81?

RIC VIII Nicomedia 81 was struck in Silver, standard weight 3.18g, diameter 20mm, die axis 11 h, struck.

Constantius II Siliqua — RIC VIII Nicomedia 81

Obverse

Reverse

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Catalog Reference

RIC VIII Nicomedia 81

Ruler

Constantius II

Denomination

Siliqua

Date

351 AD-355 AD

Mint

Nicomedia

Metal

Silver

Weight

3.18g

Diameter

20mm

Die Axis

11 h

Portrait Type

diademed

Manufacturing

struck

Obverse

D N CONSTAN-TIVS P F AVG

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

Reverse

VOTIS / XXX / MVLTIS / XXXX // SMN

VOTIS/XXX/MVLTIS/XXXX within a wreath

About This Type

This RIC VIII Nicomedia 81 is a siliqua of Constantius II (351 AD-355 AD), struck at the Nicomedia mint. The reverse depicts VOTIS/XXX/MVLTIS/XXXX within a wreath. Struck in silver at a standard weight of 3.18g, 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 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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is RIC VIII Nicomedia 81?: RIC VIII Nicomedia 81 is a Silver Siliqua of Constantius II (351 AD-355 AD) struck at the Nicomedia mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VIII Nicomedia 81.
How do you identify RIC VIII Nicomedia 81?: The obverse depicts Bust of Constantius II, pearl-diademed, draped, cuirassed, right with the inscription D N CONSTAN-TIVS P F AVG. The reverse depicts VOTIS/XXX/MVLTIS/XXXX within a wreath with the inscription VOTIS / XXX / MVLTIS / XXXX // SMN. Portrait type: diademed.
What are the physical specifications of RIC VIII Nicomedia 81?: RIC VIII Nicomedia 81 was struck in Silver, standard weight 3.18g, diameter 20mm, die axis 11 h, struck.