© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
1 Solidus - Anonymous / In the name of Justinian I, 527-565 Star to the left
| Gold | 4.42 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Ostrogothic Kingdom |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 527-539 |
| Value | 1 Solidus = 3 Tremissis |
| Currency | Tremissis (490-553) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 4.42 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#153131 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Winged Victory facing left while holding cross, all with star to the left and surrounded by legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
VICTORI - A AVCCC A
COMOB
Translation:
Victoria Augustus / Constantinople
Victory of the August / Costantinople
Edge
Plain
Comment
Depending on the sources, this coin is listed as being struck under Athalaric (526-534), Theodahad (534-536); Witigis (536-540), or a combination of any of them. Also depending on the source, this coin is listed as being struck at Ravenna or Rome.Different letters appear at the end of the reverse letter. Those that show an I were struck under Witigis, and have a separate page.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during the reign of Justinian I, who was the last Roman Emperor to rule over a unified Roman Empire. Despite being issued by the Ostrogothic Kingdom, the coin still bore the image of Justinian I, indicating the continued influence of the Roman Empire even after its fall.
