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Solidus - Arcadius CONCORDIA AVGG; Thessalonica
| Gold | 4.49 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Eastern Roman Empire (Rome) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Arcadius (383-408) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 397-402 |
| Value | Solidus (1) |
| Currency | Solidus (330-476) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 4.49 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#373413 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Constantinopolis, helmeted, draped, enthroned, facing front, head right, holding sceptre in right hand and Victory on globe in left hand, right foot on prow, mintmark in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
CONCORDI-A AVGG
COMOB
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Solidus - Arcadius (CONCORDIA AVGG; Thessalonica) (397-402) coin is that it features an image of the Roman Emperor Arcadius on one side and the goddess Concordia on the other. This coin was minted during a time of political and economic instability in the Eastern Roman Empire, and the image of Concordia was likely included to promote unity and harmony within the empire. Additionally, the fact that it is made of gold and weighs 4.49 grams makes it a valuable and rare collector's item for numismatists.
