

Valens (364-378). AR Siliqua, Nicomedia mint. Obv. DN VALENS PF AVG. Pearl-diademed, draped and cuirassed bust right. Rev. VOT X /MVLT/XX in four lines within laurel wreath; below, SMN. RIC VIII 22b; C. 96. 2.03 g. 18.00 mm. Scarce. A superb example, Brilliant with underlying luster and iridescent hues. Insignificant hairline flan crack on reverse, otherwise. EF/Good EF.