Constans 9-Siliqua
RIC VIII Thessalonica 16 · 337 AD-340 AD · Thessalonica · Issued under Constantius II
Obverse
Reverse
Münzkabinett, Staatliche Museen zu Berlin
Obverse
FL IVL CON-STANS P F AVG
Bust of Constans, rosette-diademed, draped, cuirassed, right
Reverse
GAVDIVM POPVLI ROMANI
SIC/V/SIC/X within a wreath
About This Type
This RIC VIII Thessalonica 16 is a 9-siliqua of Constans, issued under Constantius II (337 AD-340 AD), struck at the Thessalonica mint. The reverse depicts SIC/V/SIC/X within a wreath. Struck in gold at a standard weight of 1.69g, 15mm diameter.
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 16?
- RIC VIII Thessalonica 16 is a Gold 9-Siliqua of Constans issued under Constantius II (337 AD-340 AD) struck at the Thessalonica mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VIII Thessalonica 16.
- How do you identify RIC VIII Thessalonica 16?
- The obverse depicts Bust of Constans, rosette-diademed, draped, cuirassed, right with the inscription FL IVL CON-STANS P F AVG. The reverse depicts SIC/V/SIC/X within a wreath with the inscription GAVDIVM POPVLI ROMANI. Portrait type: diademed.
- What are the physical specifications of RIC VIII Thessalonica 16?
- RIC VIII Thessalonica 16 was struck in Gold, standard weight 1.69g, diameter 15mm, die axis 6 h, struck.
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