Eastern Roman Empire Solidus - Theodosius II, 424 – 425
GLOR ORVIS TERRAR; Thessalonica
Information
Country
Eastern Roman Empire
Eastern Roman Empire
Currency
Solidus
(330 – 476)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
Solidus
Year
424 – 425
Ruler
Theodosius II
(402–450)
Composition
Gold
Shape
Round (irregular)
Alignment
Variable alignment ↺
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
4.31
Diameter (mm)
20
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Solidus from Eastern Roman Empire. Issued from 424 to 425. Struck in Gold. Measures 20 mm and weighs 4.31 g.
- Obverse
- Pearl-diademed, helmeted, and cuirassed bust of Theodosius facing, his head turned slightly to the right, holding spear over his right shoulder and shield decorated with horseman spearing a fallen enemy over his left. (Our Lord Theodosius, Pious and Blessed August)
- Reverse
- Theodosius II standing facing in military dress, grounded labarum in right hand with X on banner, globus cruciger in left; star in left field, mintmark in exergue. (Glory of the Whole World)
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (424-425) TESOB | — |
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