Vetranio Light Miliarensis
RIC VIII Siscia 261 · 350 AD · Siscia · Issued under Constantius II
Obverse
Reverse
Münzkabinett, Staatliche Museen zu Berlin
Obverse
D N VETRA-NIO P F AVG
Bust of Vetranio, laureate, draped, cuirassed, right
Reverse
GAVDIVM POPVLI ROMANI
VOT/V/MVL/X within a wreath
About This Type
This RIC VIII Siscia 261 is a light miliarensis of Vetranio, issued under Constantius II (350 AD), struck at the Siscia mint. The reverse depicts VOT/V/MVL/X within a wreath. Struck in silver at a standard weight of 4.71g, 26mm diameter.
About the Light Miliarensis
The light miliarensis was a large late Roman silver denomination, typically weighing 4.0–4.5 grams. It was a prestige issue, struck in smaller quantities than the siliqua and often given as imperial donatives.
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is RIC VIII Siscia 261?
- RIC VIII Siscia 261 is a Silver Light Miliarensis of Vetranio issued under Constantius II (350 AD) struck at the Siscia mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VIII Siscia 261.
- How do you identify RIC VIII Siscia 261?
- The obverse depicts Bust of Vetranio, laureate, draped, cuirassed, right with the inscription D N VETRA-NIO P F AVG. The reverse depicts VOT/V/MVL/X within a wreath with the inscription GAVDIVM POPVLI ROMANI. Portrait type: laureate.
- What are the physical specifications of RIC VIII Siscia 261?
- RIC VIII Siscia 261 was struck in Silver, standard weight 4.71g, diameter 26mm, die axis 6 h, struck.
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