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Solidus - Constantinus I VICTOR OMNIVM GENTIVM; Nicomedia
| Gold | 4.35 g | 19.5 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 | 4.35 g |
| Diameter | 19.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#388940 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Constantine I, draped, cuirassed, standing left, resting right hand on shield and holding standard in left hand; at his feet, two suppliants; behind, seated captive.
Mintmakr and officina in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VICTOR OMN-IVM GENTIVM
Unabridged legend: VICTOR OMNIVM GENTIVM
Translation: The conqueror of all nations
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.
