Constantine II Solidus, Victory (RIC VIII Siscia 2)

Obverse

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Catalog Reference

RIC VIII Siscia 2

Ruler

Constantine II

Denomination

Solidus

Date

337 AD-340 AD

Mint

Siscia

Metal

Gold

Portrait Type

laureate

Obverse

CONSTANTI-NVS MAX AVG

Bust of Constantine II, laureate, rosette-diademed, draped, cuirassed, right

Reverse

VICTORIA CONSTANTINI AVG

Victory, winged, draped, seated right on cuirass and shield, supporting a shield inscribed VOT/XXX on her left knee; a small genius supports it from the other side

About This Type

This RIC VIII Siscia 2 is a solidus of Constantine II (337 AD-340 AD), struck at the Siscia mint. The reverse depicts Victory, winged, draped, seated right on cuirass and shield, supporting a shield inscribed VOT/XXX on her left knee; a small genius supports it from the other side.

About the Solidus

The solidus was the gold coin of the late Roman and Byzantine empires, introduced by Constantine I around 309 AD at 4.5 grams. It maintained its weight standard for over seven centuries, making it one of the most stable currencies in history.

About the Siscia Mint

Siscia (modern Sisak, Croatia) was a major late Roman mint, operating from the late third century through the late fourth century. It produced large quantities of bronze coinage for the Danube frontier region.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is RIC VIII Siscia 2?: RIC VIII Siscia 2 is a Gold Solidus of Constantine II (337 AD-340 AD) struck at the Siscia mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VIII Siscia 2.
How do you identify RIC VIII Siscia 2?: The obverse depicts Bust of Constantine II, laureate, rosette-diademed, draped, cuirassed, right with the inscription CONSTANTI-NVS MAX AVG. The reverse depicts Victory, winged, draped, seated right on cuirass and shield, supporting a shield inscribed VOT/XXX on her left knee; a small genius supports it from the other side with the inscription VICTORIA CONSTANTINI AVG. Portrait type: laureate.