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Solidus - Gratianus VICTORIA AVGG; Treveri
| Gold | 4.41 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Gratian (367-383) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 367-375 |
| Value | Solidus (1) |
| Currency | Solidus, Reform of Constantine (AD 310/324 – 395) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 4.41 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#362797 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Two emperors seated facing, together holding a globe with their hands; between them in background, bust of Victory facing with outspread wings; between them at bottom, a palm.
Mintmark in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
VICTORIA AVGG
TR.BC
Unabridged legend: Victoria Augg (=augustorum)
Translation: "Victory of the Augusts".
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Solidus - Gratianus coin is that it features a unique blend of Christian and pagan imagery. The obverse side of the coin depicts an image of the Roman Emperor Gratian, while the reverse side features the goddess Victory holding a Christian cross, symbolizing the transition from paganism to Christianity during the Roman Empire.
