Eastern Roman Empire Solidus - Aelia Pulcheria, 450 – 457
VICTORIA AVGGG; Constantinopolis
Information
Country
Eastern Roman Empire
Eastern Roman Empire
Currency
Solidus
(330 – 476)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
Solidus
Year
450 – 457
Ruler
Marcian
(450–457)
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 450 to 457. Struck in Gold. Measures 21 mm and weighs 4.45 g.
- Obverse
- Pearl-diademed and draped, bust of Pulcheria right, wearing necklace and earring, crowned by hand of God reaching down from above with wreath.
- Reverse
- Victory standing left, holding long jeweled cross, star in right field, mintmark in exergue.
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (450-457) CONOB | — |
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