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Solidus - Theodosius II VICTORIA AVGGG RV; Ravenna
| Gold | 4.04 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Western Roman Empire (Rome) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Honorius (395-423) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 408-423 |
| Value | 1 Solidus |
| Currency | Solidus |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 4.04 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#373116 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Theodosius II standing right, standard grounded in right hand, Victory left on globe raised in right, left foot actively trampling bound captive to right; R-V across fields, mintmark in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
VICTORI-A AVGGG RV
COMOB
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of the Roman Emperor Theodosius II on one side, and the goddess Victory on the other. This coin was minted during Theodosius' reign, which lasted from 408 to 423 AD, and it was used as a standard circulation coin in the Western Roman Empire. Despite being made of gold, which was a valuable and sought-after metal at the time, this coin was still widely used in everyday transactions, highlighting the prosperity and economic power of the Roman Empire during this period.
