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© Janovsky (CC BY)
Solidus - Honorius CONCORDIA AVGGG; Constantinopolis
| Gold | 4.36 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Eastern Roman Empire (Rome) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Theodosius II (402-450) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 408-420 |
| Value | Solidus (1) |
| Currency | Solidus (330-476) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 4.36 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#104002 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Constantinopolis enthroned facing, head right, holding sceptre with right hand and Victory on globe with left hand, left foot on prow; in left field, star.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
CONCORDI-A AVGGG
CONOB
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Solidus - Honorius (CONCORDIA AVGGG; Constantinopolis) (408-420) coin from the Eastern Roman Empire (Rome) is that it features an image of the Roman Emperor Honorius on one side, and the goddess Concordia on the other. This coin was made of gold and weighed 4.36 grams. The image of Concordia was included to promote unity and harmony within the empire, which was a key focus of Honorius' reign.
