Siliqua - Valens VOT X MVLT XX; Antioch
| Silver | 2 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Valens (364-378) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 367-375 |
| Value | Siliqua (1⁄24) |
| Currency | Solidus, Reform of Constantine (AD 310/324 – 395) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#435380 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Inscription in laurel wreath.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
VOT
X
MVLT
XX
Unabridged legend: Votis Decennalibus Multis Vicecennalibus.
Translation: Vows (prayers) on the tenth anniversary [of the emperor's rule], more for his twentieth.
Interesting fact
The Siliqua - Valens coin was issued during the reign of Emperor Valens, who ruled the Eastern Roman Empire from 364 to 378 AD. The coin features an image of Valens on one side and the goddess Victory on the other. The inscription "VOT X MVLT XX" stands for "Votum X times Multiplied by XX," which was a way of expressing the coin's weight and purity. The coin was made of silver and weighed 2 grams, which was a significant amount for a coin at that time. It's interesting to note that the coin was issued during a time of great turmoil in the Roman Empire, with constant wars and invasions from barbarian tribes. Despite these challenges, the Roman Empire continued to thrive and issue coins like this one, which showcase the empire's rich history and culture.
