Solidus - Valentinian II (VICTORIA AVGVSTORVM; Antioch) (378-383) front Solidus - Valentinian II (VICTORIA AVGVSTORVM; Antioch) (378-383) back
Solidus - Valentinian II (VICTORIA AVGVSTORVM; Antioch) (378-383) photo
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Solidus - Valentinian II VICTORIA AVGVSTORVM; Antioch

 
Gold 4.49 g 21 mm
Description
Issuer
Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD)
Emperor
Theodosius I (379-395)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
378-383
Value
Solidus (1)
Currency
Solidus, Reform of Constantine (AD 310/324 – 395)
Composition
Gold
Weight
4.49 g
Diameter
21 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#376990
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Victory seated right on cuirass, writing VOT/V on shield held on knee.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
VICTORIA AVGVSTORVM
ANOBI

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the image of Emperor Valentinian II, who was only a child when he ascended to the throne, and his youthful appearance is evident in the coin's design. Despite his young age, Valentinian II played a significant role in the Roman Empire's military campaigns and political affairs during his reign.