© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
¼ Siliqua In the name of Majorian
| Silver | 0.58 g | - |
| Issuer | Uncertain Germanic tribes |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 475-500 |
| Value | ¼ Siliqua = 1⁄96 Solidus |
| Currency | Solidus (circa 301-750) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.58 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#153913 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Person walking left while holding cross, all surrounded by legend that is read from right to left.
Lettering: VIT - CC
Translation:
Victoria Augustus
Victory to the August
Edge
Plain
Comment
This coin was most likely struck in Gaul, and is said to be struck in the late-5th century.While this coin is struck in the name of Marjorian (457-461), it is said to have been issued by Marjorian's general, Aegidius.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during the reign of Majorian, who was a Western Roman Emperor from 457 to 461 AD. Despite being a Roman Emperor, Majorian's coinage was minted in the name of the Germanic tribes, indicating a level of cooperation or alliance between the Roman Empire and these tribes. This coin, in particular, was minted by the Uncertain Germanic tribes, which suggests that there was a degree of autonomy or decentralization in the minting process, as the tribes were able to issue their own coins in the name of the Roman Emperor. This fact highlights the complex political dynamics of the time, where the Roman Empire was interacting and collaborating with various Germanic tribes.
