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© Janovsky (CC BY)
Solidus - Valens GLORIA ROMANORVM; Antioch
| Gold | 4.47 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 | 4.47 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#407213 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Roma, helmeted and Constantinopolis, turreted, seated on throne, Roma facing, Constantinopolis turning head towards right, each holding sceptre and both together inscribed shield with chi-rho at top. Constantinopolis resting right foot on prow.
Mintmark in exergue.
Scripts: Greek, Latin
Lettering:
GLORIA-R☧O-MANORVM
VOT
X
MVL
XX
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Solidus - Valens coin is that it features the first Christian emperor, Valens, who ruled the Eastern Roman Empire from 364 to 378 AD. The coin's design includes an image of Valens wearing a crown and holding a cross, symbolizing the shift of the Roman Empire towards Christianity. This coin is a rare and valuable artifact that provides insight into the historical transition of the Roman Empire's religious beliefs.
