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Solidus - Constantius II GLORIA REIPVBLICAE; Rome
| Gold | 4.50 g | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Constantius II (337-361) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 352-355 |
| Value | Solidus (1) |
| Currency | Solidus, Reform of Constantine (AD 310/324 – 395) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 4.50 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#116628 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
On left, Roma helmeted, enthroned facing, holding spear with left hand; on right, Constantinopolis turreted, enthroned left, holding sceptre with left hand, resting right foot on prow; between them, a shield inscribed with vows supported by their right hands.
Mintmark in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
GLORIA REI PVBLICAE
VOT || XXX || MVLT || XXXX
R⭑ϵ
Translation:
Gloria Reipublicae :
"Glory of the State".
Vot (-is) XXX (=tricennalibus) Mult (-is) XXXX (=quadragennalibus) :
"Vows for the Thirtieth Reign Anniversary and More for the Upcoming Fortieth Anniversary".
Edge
Gross
Comment
RIC seems to list the 2nd officina only.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 personification of the Roman Republic, Gloriana, on the other. This coin was minted during a time of significant political and military upheaval in the Roman Empire, and its design reflects the tensions between the emperor and the Roman Senate. Despite its age, this coin remains a valuable piece of history and a testament to the craftsmanship of ancient coin makers.
