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Solidus - Valentinian III VICTORIA AVGGG; Ravenna
| Gold | 4.47 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Western Roman Empire (Rome) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Valentinian III (424-455) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 426-430 |
| Value | 1 Solidus |
| Currency | Solidus |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 4.47 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#116669 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Valentinianus III standing facing, holding long cross with right hand and with left hand turned upwards a small winged Victory on globe itself holding wreath in right hand, right foot on head of a human-headed coiled serpent.
Mintmark across fields and in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
VICTORIA AVGGG
R | V
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Unabridged legend: Victoria Augustorum
Translation: Victory of the Augusts
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the first known use of the "VICTORIA AVGGG" (Victory of the Emperors) legend on a Roman coin, which was a new style of coinage introduced during the reign of Valentinian III. This legend was used to emphasize the power and authority of the emperor and was a departure from the traditional Roman coinage that featured the goddess Victory on the reverse.
