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Solidus - Constantinus I VICTORIA CONSTANTINI AVG; Nicomedia
| Gold | 4.44 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Constantine I (Flavius Valerius Constantinus) (306-337) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 330-331 |
| Value | Solidus (1) |
| Currency | Solidus, Reform of Constantine (AD 310/324 – 395) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 4.44 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#389812 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Victory, winged, draped, seated right on cuirass and shield, holding stylus in right hand inscribing oval shield, which she holds in raised left hand: on ground to right, Genius, winged, naked, standing left, supporting shield with both arms raised.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
VICTORIA CONSTANTINI AVG
VOT
XXX
Unabridged legend:
VICTORIA CONSTANTINI AVGVSTI
VOTIS TRICENNALIBVS
Translation:
The victory of the emperor Constantine.
Vows (prayers) for thirty years of rule.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Emperor Constantine the Great, who is considered one of the most important figures in Roman history. He was the first Christian Roman emperor and played a significant role in establishing Christianity as the dominant religion of the empire. The coin's design, which includes an image of Constantine with a crown and a scepter, reflects his importance and influence during his reign.
