© Maison Palombo
© Maison Palombo
Solidus - Valentinianus I RESTITVTOR REIPVBLICAE; Rome
| Gold (.940) | 4.47 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Valentinian I (364-375) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 364-367 |
| Value | Solidus (1) |
| Currency | Solidus, Reform of Constantine (AD 310/324 – 395) |
| Composition | Gold (.940) |
| Weight | 4.47 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Thickness | 1.1 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#116634 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
Valentinianus standing facing, head right, in military attire, holding labarum with right hand and with left hand a small winged Victory on globe itself holding a wreath.
Mintmark in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
RESTITVTOR REIPVBLICAE
●RP(palm)
Translation:
Restitutor Reipublicae :
"Restorer of the Republic".
Edge
Gross
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Solidus - Valentinianus I coin is that it features a unique blend of Christian and pagan imagery. The obverse (front) side of the coin depicts the Roman Emperor Valentinianus I with a crown of laurel leaves, while the reverse (back) side shows a representation of the Roman goddess Victory holding a wreath and a palm branch. This blending of religious symbols reflects the complex religious landscape of the Roman Empire during the 4th century, when Christianity was still a relatively new and controversial religion.
