RIC VIII Treveri 176 — Constans Siliqua
RIC VIII Treveri 176 · 347 AD-348 AD · Treveri
Obverse
Reverse
Münzkabinett, Staatliche Museen zu Berlin
Obverse
FL IVL CONS-TANS P F AVG
Bust of Constans, 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 Treveri 176 is a siliqua of Constans (347 AD-348 AD), struck at the Treveri mint. The reverse depicts Victory, winged, draped, walking left, holding wreath in right hand and palm in left hand. Struck in silver at a standard weight of 3.35g, 20mm diameter.
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 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 176?
- RIC VIII Treveri 176 is a Silver Siliqua of Constans (347 AD-348 AD) struck at the Treveri mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VIII Treveri 176.
- How do you identify RIC VIII Treveri 176?
- The obverse depicts Bust of Constans, pearl-diademed, draped, cuirassed, right with the inscription FL IVL CONS-TANS 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.
- What are the physical specifications of RIC VIII Treveri 176?
- RIC VIII Treveri 176 was struck in Silver, standard weight 3.35g, diameter 20mm, die axis 6 h, struck.
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