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Solidus - Constantine I VICTORIA CONSTANTINI AVG; Constantinople
| Gold | 4.35 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Constantine I (Flavius Valerius Constantinus) (306-337) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 336-337 |
| Value | Solidus (1) |
| Currency | Solidus, Reform of Constantine (AD 310/324 – 395) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 4.35 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#381636 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Victory, winged, draped, seated right by cuirass and shield, holding shield inscribed VOT/XX/XX supported by genius; mint mark in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
VICTORIA CONSTANTINI AVG
VOT/XX/XX
CONS
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Solidus - Constantine I (VICTORIA CONSTANTINI AVG; Constantinople) (336-337) coin is that it features the first Christian emperor, Constantine the Great, on one side, and the goddess Victoria on the other. This coin was minted during a pivotal moment in history, as the Roman Empire was transitioning from a pagan to a Christian society. The coin's design reflects this shift, as it combines the traditional Roman imagery of the goddess Victoria with the new Christian symbolism of the emperor Constantine. This coin is a unique representation of the blending of ancient pagan and Christian beliefs, making it a fascinating piece of history.
