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© Janovsky (CC BY)
Solidus - Valens VIRTVS ROMANORVM; Constantinopolis
| Gold | 4.56 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Valens (364-378) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 364-367 |
| Value | Solidus (1) |
| Currency | Solidus, Reform of Constantine (AD 310/324 – 395) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 4.56 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#420512 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Two emperors, heads turned towards each other, standing facing, each holding spear and together holding Victory on globe, who crowns them.
Constantinople mintmark between palm branches in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VIRTVS RO-MANORVM
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Solidus - Valens coin is that it features an image of the Roman Emperor Valens (364-367 AD) on one side, and the goddess Victory (VIRTVS ROMANORVM) on the other. This coin was minted during Valens' reign, and the image of Victory was a common motif on Roman coins during this period, symbolizing the power and strength of the Roman Empire.
