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© Janovsky (CC BY)
Solidus - Theodosius II VIRT EX ERC ROM; Constantinopolis
441 year| Gold | 4.40 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Eastern Roman Empire (Rome) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Theodosius II (402-450) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 441 |
| Value | Solidus (1) |
| Currency | Solidus (330-476) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 4.40 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#372947 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Theodosius II helmeted and armored facing with left foot stepping right, with trophy over left shoulder with left hand and dragging captive with right hand; star in right field; mintmark in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
VIRT EX-ERC ROM Θ
CONOB
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Theodosius II, who was the Eastern Roman Emperor from 408 to 450 AD. He was known for his strong leadership and military campaigns, and his reign marked a period of relative stability and prosperity for the Eastern Roman Empire. The coin's design and inscriptions reflect the imperial ideology of the time, emphasizing the emperor's divine right to rule and his role as the protector of the empire.
