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Solidus - Theodosius II IMP•XXXXII•COS•; Constantinopolis
| Gold | 4.46 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Eastern Roman Empire (Rome) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Theodosius II (402-450) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 441-450 |
| Value | Solidus (1) |
| Currency | Solidus (330-476) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 4.46 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#372963 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Constantinopolis enthroned left, left foot on prow, scepter in left hand, globus cruciger in right, grounded shield at side; star in left field, mintmark in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
IMP•XXXXII•COS•-XVII•P•P•
CONOB
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Theodosius II on one side and the symbol of the Constantinople on the other, which was a common design element for coins during this time period.
