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Solidus - Arcadius CONCOR DIA AVGGG; Constantinopolis
| Gold | 4.48 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Theodosius I (379-395) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 383-388 |
| Value | Solidus (1) |
| Currency | Solidus, Reform of Constantine (AD 310/324 – 395) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 4.48 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Thickness | 1.2 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#374576 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Constantinopolis, helmeted, head right, seated facing, on throne ornamented with lions' heads, holding scepter and shield inscribed VOT/V/MVLT/X, right foot on prow; mintmark in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
CONCOR-DIA AVGGG
VOT/V/MVLT/X
CONOB
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Emperor Arcadius on one side and a depiction of the goddess Concordia on the other, symbolizing the unity and harmony of the Roman Empire under his rule.
