How do you identify RIC VIII Treveri 25?

The obverse depicts Bust of Constantine II, rosette-diademed, draped, cuirassed, right with the inscription IMP CONSTA-NTINVS AVG. The reverse depicts Victory, winged, draped, walking left, holding wreath in right hand and palm in left hand with the inscription VICTORIA - AVGVSTI. Portrait type: diademed.

Constantine II Siliqua — RIC VIII Treveri 25

Obverse

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Catalog Reference

RIC VIII Treveri 25

Ruler

Constantine II

Denomination

Siliqua

Date

337 AD-340 AD

Mint

Treveri

Metal

Silver

Portrait Type

diademed

Obverse

IMP CONSTA-NTINVS AVG

Bust of Constantine II, rosette-diademed, draped, cuirassed, right

Reverse

VICTORIA - AVGVSTI

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

About This Type

This RIC VIII Treveri 25 is a siliqua of Constantine II (337 AD-340 AD), struck at the Treveri 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 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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is RIC VIII Treveri 25?: RIC VIII Treveri 25 is a Silver Siliqua of Constantine II (337 AD-340 AD) struck at the Treveri mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VIII Treveri 25.
How do you identify RIC VIII Treveri 25?: The obverse depicts Bust of Constantine II, rosette-diademed, draped, cuirassed, right with the inscription IMP CONSTA-NTINVS AVG. The reverse depicts Victory, winged, draped, walking left, holding wreath in right hand and palm in left hand with the inscription VICTORIA - AVGVSTI. Portrait type: diademed.