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Solidus - Valentinianus I RESTITVTOR REIPVBLICAE; Antioch
| Gold (.925) | 4.5 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Valens (364-378) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 364-367 |
| Value | Solidus (1) |
| Currency | Solidus, Reform of Constantine (AD 310/324 – 395) |
| Composition | Gold (.925) |
| Weight | 4.5 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#415145 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Emperor, head right, standing facing, holding labarum (or standard with cross) and Victory on globe.
☧ in standard.
Mintmark and officina between dots in exergue.
Scripts: Greek, Latin
Lettering: RESTITVTOR-REIPVBLICAE
Unabridged legend: Restitutor Reipublicae.
Translation: Restorer of the Republic.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Solidus - Valentinianus I coin is that it features an image of the Roman Emperor Valentinianus I on one side, and a depiction of the goddess Victory on the other. This coin was minted during Valentinianus' reign from 364 to 367 AD, and it was used as a standard circulation coin throughout the Roman Empire. The use of gold in the coin's composition and its intricate design make it a valuable and sought-after collector's item among numismatists today.
