Siliqua - Constantius II FELICITAS REIPVBLICE; Nicomedia
| Silver | 3.37 g | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Constantius II (337-361) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 340-351 |
| Value | Siliqua (1⁄24) |
| Currency | Solidus, Reform of Constantine (AD 310/324 – 395) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.37 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#392089 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Inscription within a wreath
Script: Latin
Lettering:
FELICITAS REI PVBLICE
VOT
XX
MVLT
XXX
Unabridged legend: Felicitas Reipublice. Votis Vicennalibus Multis Tricennalibus.
Translation: Happiness to the Republic. Vows (prayers) on the twentieth anniversary [of the emperor's rule], more for his [hoped-for] thirtieth anniversary.
Interesting fact
The Siliqua - Constantius II (FELICITAS REIPVBLICE; Nicomedia) coin was part of a series of coins issued by Constantius II to promote the idea of "Felicitas Reipublicae," or the happiness of the republic. This slogan was meant to convey the idea that the Roman Empire was a place of peace, prosperity, and happiness, and that Constantius II was a wise and benevolent leader who was responsible for maintaining this state of affairs. The coin's design, which features a depiction of the emperor on one side and the goddess Felicitas on the other, was meant to reinforce this message and promote the idea of the Roman Empire as a place of prosperity and good fortune.
