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Solidus - Marcian VICTORIA AVGGG; Constantinopolis
| Gold | 4.19 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Eastern Roman Empire (Rome) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Marcian (450-457) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 450-457 |
| Value | Solidus (1) |
| Currency | Solidus (330-476) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 4.19 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#95359 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Victory, winged, draped, standing left, supporting long jeweled cross; star in right field and mintmark in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
VICTORI-A AVGGG
CONOB
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Solidus - Marcian (VICTORIA AVGGG; Constantinopolis) (450-457) coin from the Eastern Roman Empire (Rome) made of Gold weighing 4.19 g is that it features an image of the Roman Emperor Marcian on one side and the goddess Victory on the other. This coin was minted during Marcian's reign, which lasted from 450 to 457 AD, and it was used as a standard circulation coin throughout the Eastern Roman Empire. Despite being made of gold, the coin was not highly valued during its time, as the gold solidus was the standard unit of currency in the empire. Today, however, this coin is highly sought after by collectors and historians due to its rarity and historical significance.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (450-457) CONOB | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Solidus - Marcian (VICTORIA AVGGG; Constantinopolis) (450-457) coin.
