Solidus - Justinian I VICTORIA AVGGG; Constantinopolis ND
| Gold | 4.5 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Byzantine Empire (Byzantine states) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Justinian I (527-565) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 527-538 |
| Value | 1 Solidus |
| Currency | First Solidus Nomisma (498-720) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 4.5 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Thickness | 0.8 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#120628 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 82% |
Reverse
Angel standing facing, holding linear, P-headed cross and cross on globe; star in right field; mintmark CONOB.
Lettering:
VICTORIA AVGGG Є
CONOB
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Justinian I, who was the Byzantine Emperor at the time of its minting, on one side, and an image of the Virgin Mary on the other. This coin was minted during a time of great religious and political change in the Byzantine Empire, and the image of the Virgin Mary was seen as a symbol of hope and protection for the empire.
