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© Maison Palombo
Solidus - Justinian II VICTORIA AVGV; Constantinopolis ND
| Gold | 4.45 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Byzantine Empire (Byzantine states) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Justinian II Rhinotmetos (685-695, 705-711) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 686-687 |
| Value | 1 Solidus |
| Currency | First Solidus Nomisma (498-720) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 4.45 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#116710 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Cross potent on three steps.
Mintmark in exergue; lettering ending by officina mark.
Lettering:
VICTORIA AVGЧ Γ
CONOB
Translation:
Victoria Augu (-sti) :
"Victory of the August".
Edge
Gross
Comment
Coin struck during first reign of Justinianus II between 685 and 695.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Justinian II, who was the last Byzantine emperor to use the title "King of Kings" on his coins, highlighting the imperial ambitions and power of the Byzantine Empire during his reign.
