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Solidus - Valentinian I VICTORES AVGVSTI; Treveri
| Gold | 4.49 g | 21.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Valentinian I (364-375) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 367-375 |
| Value | Solidus (1) |
| Currency | Solidus, Reform of Constantine (AD 310/324 – 395) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 4.49 g |
| Diameter | 21.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#411376 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Valentinian and Gratian seated facing, together holding globe; Victory, flying left, crowns them.
Mintmark followed by a dot and OB (obryzium, ‘pure gold’), sometimes with a second dot, in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VICTORES-AVGVSTI
Unabridged legend: Victores Augusti.
Translation: Victories of the emperors.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Solidus - Valentinian I (VICTORES AVGVSTI; Treveri) coin is that it features a unique blend of Christian and pagan imagery. On one side, the coin bears the image of Emperor Valentinian I, while on the other side, it features the legend "VICTORES AVGVSTI" (Victories of the Augusti) and a depiction of a Victory holding a trophy and a palm branch. This blending of Christian and pagan symbols reflects the complex religious landscape of the Roman Empire during the 4th century.
