Constantius II 9-Siliqua, Victory reverse
RIC VIII Thessalonica 157 · 350 AD-355 AD · Thessalonica
Obverse
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Obverse
D N CONSTAN-TIVS P F AVG
Bust of Constantius II, pearl-diademed, draped, cuirassed, right
Reverse
VICTORIAE DD NN AVGG
Victory, winged, draped, seated right on cuirass, supporting a shield inscribed VOT/XXX/MVLT/XXXX on left knee; a small winged genius supports it from the other side
About This Type
This RIC VIII Thessalonica 157 is a 9-siliqua of Constantius II (350 AD-355 AD), struck at the Thessalonica mint. The reverse depicts Victory, winged, draped, seated right on cuirass, supporting a shield inscribed VOT/XXX/MVLT/XXXX on left knee; a small winged genius supports it from the other side.
About the Thessalonica Mint
Thessalonica (modern Thessaloniki, Greece) operated as an imperial mint from the late third century. It was a key Balkan mint serving the military needs of the Danube and eastern frontiers.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is RIC VIII Thessalonica 157?
- RIC VIII Thessalonica 157 is a Gold 9-Siliqua of Constantius II (350 AD-355 AD) struck at the Thessalonica mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VIII Thessalonica 157.
- How do you identify RIC VIII Thessalonica 157?
- 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 Victory, winged, draped, seated right on cuirass, supporting a shield inscribed VOT/XXX/MVLT/XXXX on left knee; a small winged genius supports it from the other side with the inscription VICTORIAE DD NN AVGG. Portrait type: diademed.
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