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.

Constantius II Siliqua — RIC VIII Sirmium 16

Obverse

Reverse

Münzkabinett, Staatliche Museen zu Berlin

Catalog Reference

RIC VIII Sirmium 16

Ruler

Constantius II

Denomination

Siliqua

Date

351 AD-355 AD

Mint

Sirmium

Metal

Silver

Weight

3.03g

Diameter

21mm

Die Axis

6 h

Manufacturing

struck

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 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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is RIC VIII Sirmium 16?: RIC VIII Sirmium 16 is a Silver Siliqua of 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.