Eastern Roman Empire Solidus - Theodosius II, 441 – 442

VIRT EX ERC ROM; Thessalonica

Obverse Reverse

Information

Country Eastern Roman Empire Eastern Roman Empire
Currency Solidus (330 – 476)
Coin type Standard circulation coin
Denomination Solidus
Year 441 – 442
Ruler Theodosius II (402–450)
Composition Gold
Shape Round (irregular)
Alignment Variable alignment ↺
Technique Hammered
Weight (g) 4.14
Diameter (mm) 20
Demonetized Yes

Description

Solidus from Eastern Roman Empire. Issued from 441 to 442. Struck in Gold. Measures 20 mm and weighs 4.14 g.

Obverse
Helmeted, pearl-diademed and cuirassed bust facing slightly right, holding spear and shield with horseman and enemy motif. (Our Lord Theodosius, Pious and Blessed August)
Reverse
Emperor advancing right, bearing trophy and carrying captive by hair; in right field, star, mintmark in exergue.

Mintage & Variants

Date Mintage Comment Frequency
ND (441-442) TESOB

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