Solidus - Constaninus I CONSTANTINVS AVG; Nicomedia
| Gold | 4.55 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Constantine I (Flavius Valerius Constantinus) (306-337) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 325-326 |
| Value | Solidus (1) |
| Currency | Solidus, Reform of Constantine (AD 310/324 – 395) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 4.55 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#389312 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Two interlaced wreaths; above, star.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
CONSTANTINVS AVG
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Unabridged legend:
CONSTANTINVS AVGVSTVS
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Translation: Constantinus the emperor
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an early depiction of the Christian cross on its reverse side, signifying the shift of the Roman Empire towards Christianity during the reign of Constantine the Great.
