Eastern Roman Empire Siliqua - Aelia Pulcheria, 420 – 429
Cross within wreath; Constantinopolis
Information
Country
Eastern Roman Empire
Eastern Roman Empire
Currency
Solidus
(330 – 476)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
1 Siliqua
Year
420 – 429
Ruler
Theodosius II
(402–450)
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round (irregular)
Alignment
Variable alignment ↺
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
1.51
Diameter (mm)
18
Demonetized
Yes
Description
1 Siliqua from Eastern Roman Empire. Issued from 420 to 429. Struck in Silver. Measures 18 mm and weighs 1.51 g.
- Obverse
- Pearl-diademed, draped bust of Aelia Pulcheria right, seen from front, wearing necklace and earring, hair elaborately weaved with long plait up the back of head and tucked under diadem.
- Reverse
- Cross within wreath terminating in large jewel; mintmark in exergue.
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (420-429) CONS | — | |||
| ND (420-429) CONS | — | ties 7 | ||
| ND (420-429) CONS | — | ties 8 |
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