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Solidus - Flavius Victor BONO REIPVBLICE NATI; Treveri
| Gold | 4.49 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Magnus Maximus (384-388) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 383-388 |
| Value | Solidus (1) |
| Currency | Solidus, Reform of Constantine (AD 310/324 – 395) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 4.49 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#421868 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Two emperors seated facing, together holding globe. Behind and between them the upper portion of a Victory with outspread wings; between them below, a palm-branch; mintmark in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering: BONO REIPV-BLICENATI
Unabridged legend: Bono Reipublicae Nati.
Translation: Born for the good of the Republic.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Solidus - Flavius Victor coin is that it features a unique blend of Christian and Roman imagery. On one side, the coin bears the image of Flavius Victor, a Roman emperor, while the other side features the inscription "BONO REIPVBLICE NATI," which translates to "for the good of the republic." This blending of Christian and Roman symbols reflects the cultural and religious shifts that were taking place during the late Roman Empire.
