Solidus - Theodosius II (GLOR ORVIS TERRAR; Constantinopolis) (424-425) front Solidus - Theodosius II (GLOR ORVIS TERRAR; Constantinopolis) (424-425) back
Solidus - Theodosius II (GLOR ORVIS TERRAR; Constantinopolis) (424-425) photo
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Solidus - Theodosius II GLOR ORVIS TERRAR; Constantinopolis

 
Gold 4.47 g 21 mm
Description
Issuer
Eastern Roman Empire (Rome)
Emperor
Theodosius II (402-450)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
424-425
Value
Solidus (1)
Currency
Solidus (330-476)
Composition
Gold
Weight
4.47 g
Diameter
21 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#372937
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Emperor standing facing, labarum with X on banner in right hand, globus cruciger in left; star in left field, mintmark in exergue.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
GLOR ORVI-S TERRAR Z
CONOB

Unabridged legend: Gloria Orvis Terrar

Translation: Glory of the Whole World

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Theodosius II on one side and a depiction of the city of Constantinople on the other, highlighting the importance of the city as the capital of the Eastern Roman Empire.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
ND (424-425) CONOB - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Solidus - Theodosius II (GLOR ORVIS TERRAR; Constantinopolis) (424-425) coin.