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Siliqua - Constans CONSTANS AVGVSTVS; Constantinopolis
| Silver | 3.33 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Constans I (337-350) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 337-340 |
| Value | Siliqua (1⁄24) |
| Currency | Solidus, Reform of Constantine (AD 310/324 – 395) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.33 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#381933 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Victory standing facing, head left, wreath upward in right hand, palm cradled on left arm; mint mark in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
CONSTANS-AVGVSTVS
C • I
Comment
Unpublished with laureate head, cf. RIC VIII 19, cf. RSC 2Ca.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Siliqua - Constans coin is that it features an image of Emperor Constans, who was known for his controversial reign and his attempts to impose Christianity as the official religion of the Roman Empire. Despite his efforts, paganism remained a significant force in the empire during his rule.
