Western Roman Empire Solidus - Valentinian III, 426 – 430
VICTORIA AVGGG; Ravenna
Information
Country
Western Roman Empire
Western Roman Empire
Currency
Solidus
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
Solidus - Valentinian III
Year
426 – 430
Ruler
Valentinian III
(424–455)
Composition
Gold
Shape
Round (irregular)
Alignment
Coin alignment ↑↓
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
4.47
Diameter (mm)
21
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Solidus - Valentinian III from Western Roman Empire. Issued from 426 to 430. Struck in Gold. Measures 21 mm and weighs 4.47 g.
- Obverse
- Bust of Valentinianus III right, rosette-diademed, draped, cuirassed. (Our Lord Placidius Valentinianus, Pious and Blessed August)
- Reverse
- Valentinianus III standing facing, holding long cross with right hand and with left hand turned upwards a small winged Victory on globe itself holding wreath in right hand, right foot on head of a human-headed coiled serpent. Mintmark across fields and in exergue. (Victory of the Augusts)
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (426-430) RV COMOB | — |
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