© Sincona AG
© Sincona AG
Solidus in the name of Basiliscus
476 year| Gold | 4.34 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Italy (Rome) |
|---|---|
| King | Odovacar (476-493) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 476 |
| Value | 1 Solidus |
| Currency | Solidus (476-493) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 4.34 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#153499 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Winged Victory facing left while holding cross, all surrounded by legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
VICTORI A AVCCC S
CONOR
Unabridged legend:
Victoria Augustus
Constantinopolis
Translation:
Victory of the August.
Constantinople.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Solidus coin in the name of Basiliscus (476) from the Kingdom of Italy (Rome) made of Gold weighing 4.34g is that it was issued during a time of great turmoil in the Western Roman Empire. Basiliscus was a military leader who briefly usurped the throne from Emperor Leo I in 476 CE, but his reign was short-lived and marked the beginning of a period of political instability and decline for the empire. Despite this, the coin remains a valuable piece of history and a testament to the craftsmanship and artistry of ancient coinage.
