Eastern Roman Empire Solidus - Theodosius II, 441 – 450

IMP XXXXII COS; Constantinopolis

Obverse Reverse

Information

Country Eastern Roman Empire Eastern Roman Empire
Currency Solidus (330 – 476)
Coin type Standard circulation coin
Denomination Solidus
Year 441 – 450
Ruler Theodosius II (402–450)
Composition Gold
Shape Round (irregular)
Alignment Variable alignment ↺
Technique Hammered
Weight (g) 4.45
Diameter (mm) 21
Demonetized Yes

Description

Solidus from Eastern Roman Empire. Issued from 441 to 450. Struck in Gold. Measures 21 mm and weighs 4.45 g.

Obverse
Helmeted, pearl-diademed and cuirassed bust of Theodosius II facing, head slightly right, spear in right hand over shoulder, shield decorated with horseman motif in left.
Reverse
Constantinopolis enthroned left, left foot on prow, globus cruciger in right hand, scepter in left, small and round shield on ground at right; star in left field, mintmark in exergue.

Mintage & Variants

Date Mintage Comment Frequency
ND (441-450) CONOB

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