Solidus - Valens VOTA PVBLCIA; 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#391078 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Two emperors, nimbate, seated facing, each holding mappa and short sceptre; the emperor left raising his mappa. Between letters in exergue are captives
Script: Latin
Lettering: VOTA PV-BLCIA
Translation: State (official) vows (prayers).
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Solidus - Valens coin is that it features an image of the Roman Emperor Valens, who ruled from 364 to 378 AD, on one side, and the goddess Victory holding a trophy on the other side. This coin was minted during a time of significant political and military upheaval in the Roman Empire, and its design reflects the importance of military victory and the power of the Roman state.
