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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Follis - Valens SECVRITAS REIPVBLICAE; Aquileia
| Bronze | 2.5 g | 16.5 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 | 2.5 g |
| Diameter | 16.5 mm |
| Thickness | 1 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#171150 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 79% |
Reverse
Victory walking left, holding wreath and palm branch
Wreath in left field.
SMAQP
Script: Latin
Lettering: SECVRITAS REIPVBLICAE
Translation: Security of the Republic
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Follis - Valens coin is that it features an image of the Roman goddess Securitas, who represents security and stability, on its reverse side. This is fitting, given the coin's name, Follis, which means "fate" or "destiny" in Latin, and the fact that the Roman Empire was going through a period of political instability during the reign of Emperor Valens (364-378 AD). The coin's design may have been intended to convey a sense of reassurance and stability to the public during this time.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (364-367) SMAQP | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Follis - Valens (SECVRITAS REIPVBLICAE; Aquileia) (364-367) coin.
