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Follis - Valens GLORIA ROMANORVM; Thessalonica
| Bronze | 2.80 g | 18.2 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Valens (364-378) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 364-367 |
| Value | Follis (1⁄180) |
| Currency | Solidus, Reform of Constantine (AD 310/324 – 395) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 2.80 g |
| Diameter | 18.2 mm |
| Thickness | 1.6 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#53954 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 68% |
Reverse
Emperor walking right, head left, in military attire, holding labarum with left hand while grasping bound captive at the top of the head with right hand.
Mint and officina mark in exergue.
Scripts: Latin, Greek
Lettering:
GLORIA ROMANORVM
TESΓ
Translation: Gloria Romanorum: "To the Glory of the Romans"
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the image of Emperor Valens, who was known for his military campaigns against the Goths and his efforts to restore the Roman Empire's borders. Despite his achievements, Valens' reign was cut short when he was killed in the Battle of Adrianople in 378 AD, which was a major defeat for the Roman Empire. This coin, minted during his reign, serves as a reminder of his legacy and the turbulent times in which he ruled.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (364-367) TESΓ | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Follis - Valens (GLORIA ROMANORVM; Thessalonica) (364-367) coin.
