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Solidus - Theodosius I CONCORDIA AVGGGZ; Constantinopolis
| Gold | 4.40 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Theodosius I (379-395) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 378-383 |
| Value | Solidus (1) |
| Currency | Solidus, Reform of Constantine (AD 310/324 – 395) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 4.40 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#416983 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Constantinopolis, helmeted, head right, seated facing, on throne ornamented with lions' heads, holding sceptre and globe, right foot on prow.
Officina after legend.
Mintmark in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering: CONCORDIA AVGGGZ
Unabridged legend: Concordia Augustorum.
Translation: Harmony of the emperors.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the emperor Theodosius I, who was the last emperor to rule over a united Roman Empire before it was divided into Eastern and Western halves.
