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)
4.4
Diameter (mm)
21
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Solidus from Eastern Roman Empire. Issued from 424 to 425. Struck in Gold. Measures 21 mm and weighs 4.4 g.
- Obverse
- Pearl-diademed, helmeted, cuirassed bust of Theodosius II facing slightly right, spear in right hand over shoulder, shield decorated with horseman motif in 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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