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1 Solidus - Athalaric / In the name of Justin I, 518-527 Star to the left
| Gold | 4.41 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Ostrogothic Kingdom |
|---|---|
| King | Athalaric (526-534) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 526-527 |
| Value | 1 Solidus = 3 Tremissis |
| Currency | Tremissis (490-553) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 4.41 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#152559 |
|---|---|
| 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
CONOB
Translation:
Victoria Augustus / Constantinople
Victory of the August / Costantinople
Edge
Plain
Comment
The A indicates the first officina.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during the reign of Athalaric, who was the son of King Theodoric the Great and ruled the Ostrogothic Kingdom from 518 to 527. The coin features an image of Athalaric on one side and the emperor Justin I on the other, indicating the political alliance between the Ostrogoths and the Byzantine Empire during this period. Additionally, the coin's gold content and weight suggest that it was a valuable and highly sought-after currency during its time.
