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Solidus - Valentinianus II VICTORIA AVGG; Treveri
| Gold | 4.46 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Gratian (367-383) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 375-378 |
| Value | Solidus (1) |
| Currency | Solidus, Reform of Constantine (AD 310/324 – 395) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 4.46 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#416486 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Two emperors seated facing, together holding globe. Behind and between them the upper portion of a Victory with outspread wings; between them below, a palm-branch.
Mintmark and officina in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VICTOR-IA AVGG
Unabridged legend: Victoria Augustorum.
Translation: Victory of the emperors.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Solidus - Valentinianus II (VICTORIA AVGG; Treveri) coin is that it features a unique blend of Christian and pagan imagery. The obverse side of the coin depicts an image of the Roman Emperor Valentinianus II, while the reverse side features the goddess Victory holding a Christian cross 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 religion and coexisted with traditional Roman paganism.
