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Light Solidus - Justin II VICTORIA AVGGG; Ravenna ND
| Gold | 4.18 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Byzantine Empire (Byzantine states) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Justin II (565-578) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 567-570 |
| Value | Light Solidus = 11⁄12 Solidus = 22 Siliquae |
| Currency | First Solidus Nomisma (498-720) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 4.18 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#311109 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Constantinopolis seated facing with head right, holding long sceptre with right hand and globus cruciger in left hand.
Lettering:
VICTORIA AVGGG Z
OB:X:+X:
Translation:
Victoria Augustorum Trium.
The victory of our three augusts.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of a raven on the reverse side, which was a symbol of the city of Ravenna, where the coin was minted.
