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½ Siliqua - Libius Severus Chi-rho within wreath; Rome
| Silver | 0.96 g | 11 mm |
| Issuer | Western Roman Empire (Rome) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Libius Severus (461-465) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 461-465 |
| Value | ½ Siliqua (1⁄48) |
| Currency | Solidus |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.96 g |
| Diameter | 11 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#374108 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Chi-rho within wreath; mintmark in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering: RM
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Siliqua - Libius Severus coin is that it features the Chi-Rho symbol, which is one of the earliest forms of the Christian cross, within a wreath on the obverse side. This symbol was adopted by the Roman Emperor Constantine the Great in the 4th century AD and became a prominent symbol of Christianity. The fact that it appears on this coin from the Western Roman Empire during the 5th century AD suggests that Christianity had already gained significant influence in the region at that time.
