Benevento Solidus - Arichis II, 774 – 787
as Prince
Information
Country
Benevento
Benevento
Currency
Solidus
(668 – 897)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
Solidus - Arichis II
Year
774 – 787
Ruler
Arichis II
(774–787)
Composition
Electrum
Shape
Round (irregular)
Alignment
Variable alignment ↺
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
3.88
Diameter (mm)
21
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Solidus - Arichis II from Benevento. Issued from 774 to 787. Struck in Electrum. Measures 21 mm and weighs 3.88 g.
- Obverse
- Crowned, draped, and bearded bust holding cross and surrounded by legend. (Our Lord, Victory.)
- Reverse
- Cross on four steps with letter to the left and surrounded by legend. (Victory of the Prince. Arichis. Constantinople.)
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (774-787) | — |
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