How do you identify RIC VIII Thessalonica 95?

The obverse depicts Bust of Constantius II, pearl-diademed, draped, cuirassed, right with the inscription CONSTANTI-VS P F AVG. The reverse depicts Victory, winged, draped, walking left, holding wreath in right hand and palm in left hand with the inscription VICTORIA - DD NN AVGG. Portrait type: diademed.

Constantius II Siliqua — RIC VIII Thessalonica 95

Obverse

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Catalog Reference

RIC VIII Thessalonica 95

Ruler

Constantius II

Denomination

Siliqua

Date

340 AD-350 AD

Mint

Thessalonica

Metal

Silver

Portrait Type

diademed

Obverse

CONSTANTI-VS P F AVG

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

Reverse

VICTORIA - DD NN AVGG

Victory, winged, draped, walking left, holding wreath in right hand and palm in left hand

About This Type

This RIC VIII Thessalonica 95 is a siliqua of Constantius II (340 AD-350 AD), struck at the Thessalonica mint. The reverse depicts Victory, winged, draped, walking left, holding wreath in right hand and palm in left hand.

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 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 95?: RIC VIII Thessalonica 95 is a Silver Siliqua of Constantius II (340 AD-350 AD) struck at the Thessalonica mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VIII Thessalonica 95.
How do you identify RIC VIII Thessalonica 95?: The obverse depicts Bust of Constantius II, pearl-diademed, draped, cuirassed, right with the inscription CONSTANTI-VS P F AVG. The reverse depicts Victory, winged, draped, walking left, holding wreath in right hand and palm in left hand with the inscription VICTORIA - DD NN AVGG. Portrait type: diademed.