Semissis - Theodosius II (VICTORIA AVG; Constantinopolis) (420-422) front Semissis - Theodosius II (VICTORIA AVG; Constantinopolis) (420-422) back
Semissis - Theodosius II (VICTORIA AVG; Constantinopolis) (420-422) photo
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Semissis - Theodosius II VICTORIA AVG; Constantinopolis

 
Gold 2.16 g -
Description
Issuer
Eastern Roman Empire (Rome)
Emperor
Theodosius II (402-450)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
420-422
Value
Semissis (½)
Currency
Solidus (330-476)
Composition
Gold
Weight
2.16 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#372988
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Victory seated right on cuirass, shield behind, inscribing a second shield XX-XXX, cross in front of knees, mintmark in exergue.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
VICTORIA AVG
CONOB

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Theodosius II on one side and the goddess Victory on the other, symbolizing the emperor's role as a divine ruler.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
ND (420-422) CONOB - - - - - -

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