Eastern Roman Empire Solidus - Theodosius II, 420 – 422
VOT XX MVLT XXX; Constantinopolis
Information
Country
Eastern Roman Empire
Eastern Roman Empire
Currency
Solidus
(330 – 476)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
Solidus
Year
420 – 422
Ruler
Theodosius II
(402–450)
Composition
Gold
Shape
Round (irregular)
Alignment
Variable alignment ↺
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
4.41
Diameter (mm)
22
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Solidus from Eastern Roman Empire. Issued from 420 to 422. Struck in Gold. Measures 22 mm and weighs 4.41 g.
- Obverse
- Helmeted, diademed and cuirassed facing bust of Theodosius, head turned slightly right, holding spear over right shoulder and shield with horseman motif on left arm. (Our lord Theodosius pious and blessed august)
- Reverse
- Victory standing left, holding long, jeweled cross in right hand, mintmark in exergue.
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (420-422) ∆ | — | 4th officina | ||
| ND (420-422) A | — | 1st officina | ||
| ND (420-422) B | — | 2nd officina | ||
| ND (420-422) H | — | 8th officina | ||
| ND (420-422) I | — | 10th officina | ||
| ND (420-422) S | — | 6th officina | ||
| ND (420-422) Z | — | 7th officina | ||
| ND (420-422) Γ | — | 3rd officina | ||
| ND (420-422) ϵ | — | 5th officina | ||
| ND (420-422) Θ | — | 9th officina |
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