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Nummus - Theodosius I VIRTVS AVGGG; Thessalonica
| - | 1.7 g | 16.71 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Valentinian II (375-392) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 383-388 |
| Value | Nummus (1⁄7200) |
| Currency | Solidus, Reform of Constantine (AD 310/324 – 395) |
| Weight | 1.7 g |
| Diameter | 16.71 mm |
| Thickness | 1.34 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#400916 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Emperor, head right, standing left, on ship, holding Phoenix on globe and standard, his right foot on captive; Victory at helm.
Officina letter in left field.
Mintmark in exergue.
Lettering: VIRTVS-AVGGG
Unabridged legend: Virtus Trium Augustorum.
Translation: Courage of the three emperors.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Theodosius I, who was the last emperor to rule over a united Roman Empire before it was divided into Eastern and Western halves.
