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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Solidus - Constantinus I PRINCIPI IVVENTVTIS; Nicomedia
| Gold | 4.42 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Constantine I (Flavius Valerius Constantinus) (306-337) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 324-325 |
| Value | Solidus (1) |
| Currency | Solidus, Reform of Constantine (AD 310/324 – 395) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 4.42 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#388937 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Constantius II, draped, cuirassed, standing left, head right, holding standard with eagle holding wreath in right hand and sceptre on left arm.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
PRINCIPI - I-V-VENTVTIS
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Unabridged legend:
PRINCIPI - IVVENTVTIS
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Translation: In honor of the Prince of Youth.
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 Emperor Constantine.
