Argenteus - Valens VOT/V/MVLTIS/X; Nicomedia
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Valens (364-378) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 367-375 |
| Currency | Solidus, Reform of Constantine (AD 310/324 – 395) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#392351 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
VOT/V/MVLTIS/X within laurel wreath
Script: Latin
Lettering:
VOT
V
MVLTIS
X
Unabridged legend: Votis Quinquennalibus Multis Decennalibus
Translation: vows (prayers) on the fifth anniversary [of the emperors rule], more for his [hoped for] tenth anniversary.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Argenteus - Valens coin is that it was issued during the reign of Emperor Valens, who was known for his military campaigns against the Goths and his efforts to stabilize the Roman Empire's economy. The coin's design features an image of Valens on one side and a depiction of the goddess Victory on the other, symbolizing the empire's military prowess and the emperor's role as a victorious leader.
