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© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
Solidus in the name of Julius Nepos Milan
| Gold | 4.40 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Italy (Rome) |
|---|---|
| King | Odovacar (476-493) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 477-480 |
| Value | 1 Solidus |
| Currency | Solidus (476-493) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 4.40 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#151483 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Winged Victory facing left while holding cross, all surrounded by legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
VICTORI A AVGGG
M D
COIIOB
Unabridged legend:
Victoria Augustus
Mediolanum
Constantinopolis
Translation:
Victory of the August.
Milan.
Costantinople.
Comment
The M on the pictured coin has been removed.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Solidus coin in the name of Julius Nepos (Milan) (477-480) from Kingdom of Italy (Rome) made of Gold weighing 4.40g is that it was issued during a time of political instability in the Western Roman Empire. Julius Nepos was a puppet emperor appointed by the barbarian king Odoacer, who had conquered Italy and deposed the previous emperor, Romulus Augustulus. Despite the political turmoil, the coinage issued during Nepos' reign maintained a high level of quality and consistency, with intricate designs and accurate weight standards. This suggests that the mint officials and coin makers were committed to upholding the traditional standards of Roman coinage, even during a period of political upheaval.
