1½ Solidi - Constantius II VIRTVS CONSTANTINI CAES; Nicomedia
327 year| Gold | 6.75 g | 24 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Constantine I (Flavius Valerius Constantinus) (306-337) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 327 |
| Value | 1½ Solidus (1.5) |
| Currency | Solidus, Reform of Constantine (AD 310/324 – 395) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 6.75 g |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#389541 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Constantius II, draped, cuirassed, advancing right, holding transverse spear in right hand and trophy across left shoulder; on either side, seated captive.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VIRTVS CON-STANTINI CAES
Unabridged legend: VIRTVS CONSTANTINI CAES
Translation: The valor of Caesar Constantine.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an early depiction of the Christian cross on its reverse side, signifying the shift towards Christianity during Constantius II's reign.
