© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
Solidus - Romoald II in the name of Justinian II
| Electrum | 3.94 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Benevento (Lombard Kingdom) |
|---|---|
| Duke | Romoald II (706-730) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 706-731 |
| Value | 1 Solidus |
| Currency | Solidus (668-897) |
| Composition | Electrum |
| Weight | 3.94 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#144651 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Cross on three steps with letter to the left and surrounded by legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
VICTORI - AVGVS
R
CONOB
Unabridged legend:
Victoria Augustus
Romoaldus
Constantinopolis
Translation:
Victory of the August.
Romoald.
Constantinople.
Comment
Variant of the reverse with four steps:
Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of political tension between the Lombard Kingdom and the Byzantine Empire. Despite this, the coin still bears the name of Justinian II, indicating that the Lombards were recognizing the authority of the Byzantine emperor, at least in some capacity. This highlights the complex political dynamics of the time and the ways in which different powers were interacting and influencing one another.
