© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
1 Solidus In the name of Theodosius II; Type 2; star right
| Gold | 4.30 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | Uncertain Germanic tribes |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 441-500 |
| Value | 1 Solidus |
| Currency | Solidus (circa 301-750) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 4.30 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#153489 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Person seated holding globe with cross mounted, all with star to the right and surrounded by legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
VOT XXX - MVLT XXXX O
CONOB
Translation:
Votis Tricennalibus Multis Quadragennalibus
Vows for the thirtieth anniversary and more for the fourtieth anniversary
Edge
Plain
Comment
This coin is said to be struck the mid- to late-5th century. Because the type this piece is imitating was struck in 441 at the earliest, that is also the earliest date this piece could have been struck.The exact lettering of the surrounding legend may vary.
No date:
1) D N THEODOVI - IVS PF AVC / VOT XXX - MVLT XXXX O - CONOB
2) D N THEDOO - VIS PI AVC / VOT XXXXZ - NVLT XXXX A - CONOB
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the reign of Theodosius II, who was the last Roman Emperor to rule over a united empire. He was known for his military campaigns and his efforts to maintain the empire's territorial integrity, and this coin may have been used to finance some of those efforts. Additionally, the fact that it was minted by an uncertain Germanic tribe suggests that it may have been produced outside of the traditional Roman minting system, which could make it a rare and unique example of early medieval coinage.
