Solidus - Constantinus II PRINCIPI IVVENTVTIS; Nicomedia
| Gold | 4.55 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 | 4.55 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#389234 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Constantine 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
SMNK
Unabridged legend:
PRINCIPI IVVENTVTIS
SMNK
Translation: In honor of the Prince of Youth.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Emperor Constantine II, who was known for his military campaigns and his efforts to establish Christianity as the dominant religion of the Roman Empire.
