How do you identify RIC VIII Treveri 157?

The obverse depicts Bust of Constantius II, pearl-diademed, draped, cuirassed, right with the inscription FL IVL CONSTAN-TIVS P F AVG. The reverse depicts Standard, banner inscribed VOT/X/MVLT/XX, flanked by two bareheaded seated captives with the inscription GAVDIVM R-OMANORVM. Portrait type: diademed.

Constans Light Miliarensis — RIC VIII Treveri 157

Obverse

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Catalog Reference

RIC VIII Treveri 157

Ruler

Constans

Denomination

Light Miliarensis

Date

342 AD-347 AD

Mint

Treveri

Metal

Silver

Portrait Type

diademed

Obverse

FL IVL CONSTAN-TIVS P F AVG

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

Reverse

GAVDIVM R-OMANORVM

Standard, banner inscribed VOT/X/MVLT/XX, flanked by two bareheaded seated captives

About This Type

This RIC VIII Treveri 157 is a light miliarensis of Constans (342 AD-347 AD), struck at the Treveri mint. The reverse depicts Standard, banner inscribed VOT/X/MVLT/XX, flanked by two bareheaded seated captives.

About the Light Miliarensis

The light miliarensis was a large late Roman silver denomination, typically weighing 4.0–4.5 grams. It was a prestige issue, struck in smaller quantities than the siliqua and often given as imperial donatives.

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.

All Constans coins Treveri mint All Light Miliarensis coins

Frequently Asked Questions

What is RIC VIII Treveri 157?: RIC VIII Treveri 157 is a Silver Light Miliarensis of Constans (342 AD-347 AD) struck at the Treveri mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VIII Treveri 157.
How do you identify RIC VIII Treveri 157?: The obverse depicts Bust of Constantius II, pearl-diademed, draped, cuirassed, right with the inscription FL IVL CONSTAN-TIVS P F AVG. The reverse depicts Standard, banner inscribed VOT/X/MVLT/XX, flanked by two bareheaded seated captives with the inscription GAVDIVM R-OMANORVM. Portrait type: diademed.