Eastern Roman Empire Solidus - Marcian, 450 – 457
GLOR ORVIS TERRAR; Thessalonica
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)
4.23
Diameter (mm)
20
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Solidus from Eastern Roman Empire. Issued from 450 to 457. Struck in Gold. Measures 20 mm and weighs 4.23 g.
- Obverse
- Bust of Marcian, helmeted, pearl-diademed, cuirassed, facing front, holding spear in right hand behind head and shield decorated with horseman on left arm.
- Reverse
- Marcian, draped, cuirassed, standing front, holding standard in right hand and cross on globe in left hand; star in left field, mintmark in exergue.
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (450-457) TESOB | — |
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