© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
½ Siliqua in the name of Zeno Ravenna
| Silver | 0.88 g | 13 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Italy (Rome) |
|---|---|
| King | Odovacar (476-493) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 476-493 |
| Value | ½ Siliqua (1⁄48) |
| Currency | Solidus (476-493) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.88 g |
| Diameter | 13 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#151683 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Person standing while holding staff with foot on thick prow.
Script: Latin
Lettering: R V
Unabridged legend: Ravenna
Translation: Ravenna.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during the reign of Zeno, who was the last Roman Emperor to rule over a unified Eastern and Western Roman Empire. The coin's design features an image of Zeno on one side and a depiction of the goddess Roma on the other, symbolizing the continued connection between the Eastern and Western Roman Empire.
