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Solidus - Theodosius II GLOR ORVIS TERRAR; Thessalonica
| Gold | 4.45 g | 22 mm |
| 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 | 4.45 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#346236 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Theodosius standing facing, holding labarum in his right hand and globus cruciger in his left; in field to left, star;
Script: Latin
Lettering:
GLOR ORVI-S TERRAR
TESOB
Unabridged legend: Gloria Orvis Terrar
Translation: Glory of the Whole World
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a rare and unique design, with the emperor Theodosius II depicted on the obverse (front) side, and a representation of the glory of the Roman Empire on the reverse (back) side. The coin's design was meant to symbolize the power and prosperity of the Eastern Roman Empire during Theodosius II's reign.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (424-425) TESOB | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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; Thessalonica) (424-425) coin.
