Constantius II Solidus, Two Victories reverse
RIC VIII Treveri 15 · 337 AD-340 AD · Treveri · Issued under Constantine II
Obverse
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Obverse
CONSTANTI-VS P F AVG
Bust of Constantius II, laureate, rosette-diademed, draped, cuirassed, right
Reverse
VICTORIAE DD NN AVGG
Two Victories, winged, draped, facing each other, holding between them a wreath inscribed VOT/X/MVLT/XX
About This Type
This RIC VIII Treveri 15 is a solidus of Constantius II, issued under Constantine II (337 AD-340 AD), struck at the Treveri mint. The reverse depicts Two Victories, winged, draped, facing each other, holding between them a wreath inscribed VOT/X/MVLT/XX.
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 Treveri Mint
Treveri (modern Trier, Germany) was one of the principal mints of the late Roman Empire, operating from the late third century through the fifth century. It was a primary source of gold solidi for the Western Empire.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is RIC VIII Treveri 15?
- RIC VIII Treveri 15 is a Gold Solidus of Constantius II issued under Constantine II (337 AD-340 AD) struck at the Treveri mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VIII Treveri 15.
- How do you identify RIC VIII Treveri 15?
- The obverse depicts Bust of Constantius II, laureate, rosette-diademed, draped, cuirassed, right with the inscription CONSTANTI-VS P F AVG. The reverse depicts Two Victories, winged, draped, facing each other, holding between them a wreath inscribed VOT/X/MVLT/XX with the inscription VICTORIAE DD NN AVGG. Portrait type: laureate.
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