© John Conduitt (CC BY-SA)
© John Conduitt (CC BY-SA)
Siliqua - Arcadius VIRTVS ROMANORVM; Treveri
| Silver | 1.23 g | 15.97 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Theodosius I (379-395) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 392-395 |
| Value | Siliqua (1⁄24) |
| Currency | Solidus, Reform of Constantine (AD 310/324 – 395) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.23 g |
| Diameter | 15.97 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#373515 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Roma seated left on cuirass, holding Victory on globe and reversed spear.
Mintmark in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
VIRTVS RO-MANORVM
TRPS
Unabridged legend: Virtus Romanorum
Translation:
Courage of the Romans.
Trier
Interesting fact
The Siliqua - Arcadius coin was minted during the reign of Emperor Arcadius, who ruled the Eastern Roman Empire from 395 to 408 AD. The coin features an image of the emperor on one side and the goddess Victory on the other, symbolizing the Roman Empire's military prowess and the emperor's role as the protector of the empire. The coin was used for everyday transactions and was an important part of the Roman Empire's economy.
