Constantius II Solidus (RIC VIII Thessalonica 75)

Obverse

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Catalog Reference

RIC VIII Thessalonica 75

Ruler

Constantius II

Denomination

Solidus

Date

340 AD-350 AD

Mint

Thessalonica

Metal

Gold

Portrait Type

diademed

Obverse

CONSTANTIVS - AVGVSTVS

Bust of Constantius II, pearl-diademed, draped, cuirassed, right

Reverse

VICTORIAE D N AVG

Two Victories, winged, draped, facing each other, holding between them wreath inscribed VOT/XXV/MVL/XXX

About This Type

This RIC VIII Thessalonica 75 is a solidus of Constantius II (340 AD-350 AD), struck at the Thessalonica mint. The reverse depicts Two Victories, winged, draped, facing each other, holding between them wreath inscribed VOT/XXV/MVL/XXX.

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 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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is RIC VIII Thessalonica 75?: RIC VIII Thessalonica 75 is a Gold Solidus of Constantius II (340 AD-350 AD) struck at the Thessalonica mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VIII Thessalonica 75.
How do you identify RIC VIII Thessalonica 75?: The obverse depicts Bust of Constantius II, pearl-diademed, draped, cuirassed, right with the inscription CONSTANTIVS - AVGVSTVS. The reverse depicts Two Victories, winged, draped, facing each other, holding between them wreath inscribed VOT/XXV/MVL/XXX with the inscription VICTORIAE D N AVG. Portrait type: diademed.