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Solidus - Zeno VICTORIA AVGGG; Constantinopolis
| Gold | 4.55 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Eastern Roman Empire (Rome) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Zeno (474-491) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 476-491 |
| Value | Solidus (1) |
| Currency | Solidus (330-476) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 4.55 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#417461 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Victory, winged, draped, standing right, supporting long jeweled cross; star in right fieldr.
Officina mark ending the lettering and mintmark in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
VICTORIA AVGGG
⭑
CONOB
Unabridged legend: Victoria Augustorum
Translation: Victory of the Augusts
Edge
Gross
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Solidus - Zeno (VICTORIA AVGGG; Constantinopolis) (476-491) coin from the Eastern Roman Empire (Rome) is that it was issued during the reign of Emperor Zeno, who was known for his efforts to reform the Roman Empire's currency and stabilize its economy. The Solidus was a new denomination introduced by Zeno, and it became the standard gold coin of the Eastern Roman Empire for centuries to come.
