Constantius II Siliqua
RIC VIII Siscia 324 · 351 AD-355 AD · Siscia
Obverse
Reverse
Münzkabinett, Staatliche Museen zu Berlin
Obverse
D N CONSTAN-TIVS P F AVG
Bust of Constantius II, pearl-diademed, draped, cuirassed, right
Reverse
VOT / XXX / MVLT / XXXX // SIS
VOT/XXX/MVLT/XXXX within a wreath
About This Type
This RIC VIII Siscia 324 is a siliqua of Constantius II (351 AD-355 AD), struck at the Siscia mint. The reverse depicts VOT/XXX/MVLT/XXXX within a wreath. Struck in silver at a standard weight of 3.19g, 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.
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 324?
- RIC VIII Siscia 324 is a Silver Siliqua of Constantius II (351 AD-355 AD) struck at the Siscia mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VIII Siscia 324.
- How do you identify RIC VIII Siscia 324?
- 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 VOT/XXX/MVLT/XXXX within a wreath with the inscription VOT / XXX / MVLT / XXXX // SIS. Portrait type: diademed.
- What are the physical specifications of RIC VIII Siscia 324?
- RIC VIII Siscia 324 was struck in Silver, standard weight 3.19g, diameter 21mm, die axis 6 h, struck.
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