Valens. AD 364-378. AR Siliqua (18.5mm, 2.29 g, 6h). Constantinople mint, 2nd officina. Struck AD 364-367. Near EF.Electronic Auction 576 Roman Imperial, Silver Estimate: $ 150 |
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Valens. AD 364-378. AR Siliqua (18.5mm, 2.29 g, 6h). Constantinople mint, 2nd officina. Struck AD 364-367. Pearl-diademed, draped, and cuirassed bust right / VOT/ V in two lines within wreath with large central jewel; CP•B. RIC IX 13d.1; RSC 88†a. Vibrant golden and iridescent toning, minor reverse die wear, old hairlines on reverse. Near EF. The ‘C’ in the mint mark strangely cut. |