Constantius II Semissis, Securitas reverse
RIC VIII Treveri 17 · 337 AD-340 AD · Treveri · Issued under Constantine II
Obverse
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Obverse
FL IVL CONSTANTIVS AVG
Bust of Constantius II, laureate, draped, cuirassed, right
Reverse
SECVRITAS - REI PVBLICAE
Securitas, draped, standing front, head right, placing right hand on head and left hand on column
About This Type
This RIC VIII Treveri 17 is a semissis of Constantius II, issued under Constantine II (337 AD-340 AD), struck at the Treveri mint. The reverse depicts Securitas, draped, standing front, head right, placing right hand on head and left hand on column.
About the Semissis
The semissis was a late Roman and Byzantine gold denomination worth half a solidus, typically weighing about 2.25 grams. It was introduced in the fourth century and continued into the Byzantine period.
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 17?
- RIC VIII Treveri 17 is a Gold Semissis of Constantius II issued under Constantine II (337 AD-340 AD) struck at the Treveri mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VIII Treveri 17.
- How do you identify RIC VIII Treveri 17?
- The obverse depicts Bust of Constantius II, laureate, draped, cuirassed, right with the inscription FL IVL CONSTANTIVS AVG. The reverse depicts Securitas, draped, standing front, head right, placing right hand on head and left hand on column with the inscription SECVRITAS - REI PVBLICAE. Portrait type: laureate.
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