Solidus - Constantius II (FELICITAS REI PVBLICE; Constantinopolis) (337-340) front Solidus - Constantius II (FELICITAS REI PVBLICE; Constantinopolis) (337-340) back
Solidus - Constantius II (FELICITAS REI PVBLICE; Constantinopolis) (337-340) photo
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Solidus - Constantius II FELICITAS REI PVBLICE; Constantinopolis

 
Gold 4.37 g 22 mm
Description
Issuer
Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD)
Emperor
Constantius II (337-361)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
337-340
Value
Solidus (1)
Currency
Solidus, Reform of Constantine (AD 310/324 – 395)
Composition
Gold
Weight
4.37 g
Diameter
22 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#381932
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Four line inscription within a wreath.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
FELICITAS REI PVBLICE
VOT/XV/MVLT/XX
CONS

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Constantius II, who was the Roman Emperor at the time of its minting, on one side, and the goddess Felicitas, who represents happiness and good fortune, on the other. This coin was likely used as a symbol of the prosperity and success of the Roman Empire during Constantius II's reign.