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Solius - Anastasius II Artemius ND
| Gold | 4.4 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Byzantine Empire (Byzantine states) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Anastasios II Artemius (713-715) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 713-715 |
| Currency | First Solidus Nomisma (498-720) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 4.4 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#403919 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Cross potent set on three steps
Script: Latin
Lettering:
VICTORIA-AVϚЧ H
CONOB
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Solius - Anastasius II Artemius ND (713-715) coin from the Byzantine Empire is that it features a unique blend of Christian and pagan imagery. The obverse side of the coin depicts a portrait of Emperor Anastasius II, while the reverse side shows a representation of the goddess Victory holding a cross and a shield with the Chi-Rho symbol, which represents the first two letters of the Greek word for Christ. This blending of religious symbols reflects the complex religious landscape of the Byzantine Empire during this time period.
