Constantius Gallus Siliqua, VOTIS reverse
RIC VIII Sirmium 16 · 351 AD-355 AD · Sirmium · Issued under Constantius II
Obverse
Reverse
Münzkabinett, Staatliche Museen zu Berlin
Obverse
D N CONSTANTI-VS NOB CAES
Head of Constantius Gallus, bareheaded, right
Reverse
VOTIS / V / MVLTIS / X // SIRM
VOTIS/V/MVLTIS/X within a wreath
About This Type
This RIC VIII Sirmium 16 is a siliqua of Constantius Gallus, issued under Constantius II (351 AD-355 AD), struck at the Sirmium mint. The reverse depicts VOTIS/V/MVLTIS/X within a wreath. Struck in silver at a standard weight of 3.03g, 21mm 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is RIC VIII Sirmium 16?
- RIC VIII Sirmium 16 is a Silver Siliqua of Constantius Gallus issued under Constantius II (351 AD-355 AD) struck at the Sirmium mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VIII Sirmium 16.
- How do you identify RIC VIII Sirmium 16?
- The obverse depicts Head of Constantius Gallus, bareheaded, right with the inscription D N CONSTANTI-VS NOB CAES. The reverse depicts VOTIS/V/MVLTIS/X within a wreath with the inscription VOTIS / V / MVLTIS / X // SIRM.
- What are the physical specifications of RIC VIII Sirmium 16?
- RIC VIII Sirmium 16 was struck in Silver, standard weight 3.03g, diameter 21mm, die axis 6 h, struck.
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