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Solidus - Valentinianus II CONCORDIA AVGGG; Constantinopolis
| Gold | 4.41 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Valentinian II (375-392) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 378-383 |
| Value | Solidus (1) |
| Currency | Solidus, Reform of Constantine (AD 310/324 – 395) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 4.41 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#416981 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Constantinopolis, helmeted, head right, seated facing, on throne ornamented with lions' heads, holding sceptre and globe, right foot on prow.
Officina and Constantinople mintmark in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering: CONCORDIA AVGGG
Unabridged legend: Concordia Augustorum.
Translation: Harmony of the emperor.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the image of Emperor Valentinianus II on one side and the goddess Concordia on the other, symbolizing the unity and harmony of the Roman Empire under his rule.
