© Heritage Auctions
© Heritage Auctions
Solidus - Constantius II VICTORIA AVG; Antioch
| Gold | 4.45 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Constantius II (337-361) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 337-347 |
| Value | Solidus (1) |
| Currency | Solidus, Reform of Constantine (AD 310/324 – 395) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 4.45 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#374473 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Victory, winged, draped, hastening left, holding trophy in right hand and palm in left hand, mintmark in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
VICTO-RIA AVG
LXXII
SMAN
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Solidus - Constantius II (VICTORIA AVG; Antioch) coin is that it features a unique blend of Christian and pagan imagery. The obverse (front) side of the coin depicts the emperor Constantius II with a crown of laurel leaves, while the reverse (back) side shows the goddess Victory holding a cross and a trophy. This combination of Christian and pagan symbols reflects the religious shift that was taking place during the Roman Empire's transition from paganism to Christianity.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (337-347) SMAN | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Solidus - Constantius II (VICTORIA AVG; Antioch) (337-347) coin.
