© Cuthwellis
© Cuthwellis
Siliqua - Theodosius I VRBS ROMA
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Theodosius I (379-395) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 379-395 |
| Value | Siliqua (1⁄24) |
| Currency | Solidus, Reform of Constantine (AD 310/324 – 395) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Thickness | 0.6 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#174000 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Roma seated left on throne, holding Victory on globe and reversed spear.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VRBS ROMA
Edge
Plain
Comment
The pictured specimen has been clipped down into a Saxon sceat.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Siliqua - Theodosius I (VRBS ROMA) coin is that it features an image of the Roman Emperor Theodosius I on one side and the goddess Victory on the other, symbolizing the imperial power and the triumph of Christianity, which was the dominant religion during his reign.
