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Solidus - Helena SECVRITAS REIPVBLICE; Nicomedia
| Gold | 4.31 g | 19.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Constantine I (Flavius Valerius Constantinus) (306-337) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 324-325 |
| Value | Solidus (1) |
| Currency | Solidus, Reform of Constantine (AD 310/324 – 395) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 4.31 g |
| Diameter | 19.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#388939 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Securitas, draped, standing front, head left, holding branch, downwards, in right hand and fold of drapery in left.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
SECVRITAS REIPVBLICE
SMN
Translation: Security of the Republic.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Solidus - Helena coin is that it features an image of the Roman Empress Helena, who was known for her influence on her son, Emperor Constantine, and her role in establishing Christianity as the dominant religion of the Roman Empire.
