© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
1 Solidus In the name of Arcadius
| Gold | 4.24 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | Uncertain Germanic tribes |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 425-500 |
| Value | 1 Solidus |
| Currency | Solidus (circa 301-750) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 4.24 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#153494 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Soldier holding shield contain stacked legend, all surrounded by legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
ONCOBOI - A AVCCC I
IOI
MVY
X
ONO
Translation:
Concordia Augustus / Votis Multis Decennalibus / Constantinople
Harmony of the August / Vows and more for the tenth anniversary / Constantinople
Edge
Plain
Comment
This coin is said to be struck in the mid- to late-5th century.With there being so few coins struck in the name of Arcadius (395-408), it seems likely the tribe who minted this piece also minted the ½ siliqua piece that is struck in the name of the same ruler.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the reign of Arcadius, who was the Eastern Roman Emperor from 395 to 408 AD. Despite being minted in the name of Arcadius, the coin was actually produced by the Uncertain Germanic tribes, indicating that the Roman Empire had some level of influence or control over these tribes. Additionally, the fact that the coin is made of gold suggests that it was a valuable and important form of currency at the time.
