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Solidus - Valentinian II VICTORIA AVGG; Mediolanum
| Gold | 4.43 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Valentinian II (375-392) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 378-383 |
| Currency | Solidus, Reform of Constantine (AD 310/324 – 395) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 4.43 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#375901 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Two nimbate emperors with legs draped, seated facing on double throne, one on right holding mappa in left hand, jointly holding globe between; Victory standing facing behind, vertical palm branch on exergue line in center, mintmark in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
VICTOR-IA AVGG
M D
COM
Unabridged legend: Victoria Augustorum
Translation: Victory of the Augusts
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the image of Valentinian II, who was only a child when he became emperor, and his youthful appearance on the coin has led some historians to suggest that it may have been minted during a period of political instability or upheaval.
