Solidus - Valens GLORIA REIPVBLICAE; Nicomedia
| Gold | 4.5 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Valens (364-378) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 367-375 |
| Value | Solidus (1) |
| Currency | Solidus, Reform of Constantine (AD 310/324 – 395) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 4.5 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#391071 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Roma, helmeted and Constantinopolis, turreted, seated. Roma facing, holding sceptre; Constantinopolis, head left, holding sceptre and resting foot on prow; together they hold an inscribed shield.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
GLORIA-REI-PVBLICAE
VOT
V
MVLT
X
Unabridged legend:
Gloria Reipublicae.
Votis Quinquennalibus Multis Decennalibus.
Translation:
[Dedicated to] the glory of the Republic.
Vows for the Fifth Reign Anniversary and More for the Upcoming Tenth Anniversary.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Solidus - Valens coin is that it features an image of the Roman Emperor Valens (364-378 AD) on one side, and a depiction of the goddess Gloria on the other. The coin's design was meant to symbolize the unity and strength of the Roman Empire under Valens' rule.
