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Solidus - Constans CONSTANS CAESAR; Constantinople
| Gold | 4.45 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Constantine I (Flavius Valerius Constantinus) (306-337) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 335-336 |
| Value | Solidus (1) |
| Currency | Solidus, Reform of Constantine (AD 310/324 – 395) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 4.45 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#381626 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Victory, winged, draped, advancing left, holding wreath in right hand and palm in left hand.
Mintmark in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering: CONSTANS - CAESAR
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Solidus - Constans (CONSTANS CAESAR; Constantinople) (335-336) coin is that it features an image of Emperor Constans, who was known for his controversial reign and his attempts to introduce Christianity as the dominant religion of the Roman Empire. Despite his efforts, he faced opposition from pagan groups and was eventually assassinated in 354 AD. The coin's design, which includes an image of Constans with a crown and a scepter, reflects the power and authority he held during his reign.
