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Solidus - Valens SALVS REIP; Thessalonica
| Gold | 4.48 g | 21.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Valentinian I (364-375) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 364-367 |
| Value | Solidus (1) |
| Currency | Solidus, Reform of Constantine (AD 310/324 – 395) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 4.48 g |
| Diameter | 21.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#411592 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Emperor, head right, standing facing, holding labarum and Victory on globe, and spurning captive left, head right.
Sometimes star or star on star in right field.
Mintmark in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering: SALVS REIP
Unabridged legend: Salus Reipublicae.
Translation: The safety of the state.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Solidus - Valens coin is that it features a unique blend of Christian and pagan imagery. On one side, it depicts an image of the Roman Emperor Valens, while on the other side, it features a cross, which was a symbol of Christianity, a religion that was still relatively new and controversial at the time. This blending of religious symbols reflects the complex religious landscape of the Roman Empire during the 4th century and highlights the ongoing struggle for religious dominance.
