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Siliqua - Arcadius VOT V MVLT X; Mediolanum
| Silver | 2.08 g | 17 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Valentinian II (375-392) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 383-387 |
| Value | Siliqua (1⁄24) |
| Currency | Solidus, Reform of Constantine (AD 310/324 – 395) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.08 g |
| Diameter | 17 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#373492 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Legend in four lines within wreath terminating in large jewel, mintmark in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
VOT / V / MVLT / X
MDPS
Interesting fact
The Siliqua - Arcadius coin was minted during the reign of Emperor Arcadius, who ruled the Eastern Roman Empire from 383 to 387 AD. The coin features an image of Arcadius on one side and the goddess Victory on the other. The inscription "VOT V MVLT X" on the coin stands for "Votum, Multum, X," which means "Vow, Much, 10," indicating that the coin was minted in the 10th year of Arcadius' reign. The coin was minted in Mediolanum, which is now modern-day Milan, Italy. It's interesting to note that the Roman Empire was divided into two parts during Arcadius' reign, with the Western Roman Empire being ruled by Emperor Honorius. The coin is an example of the currency used in the Eastern Roman Empire during this time period.
