Eastern Roman Empire Solidus - Arcadius, 403 – 408
CONCORDIA AVGGG; Thessalonica
Information
Country
Eastern Roman Empire
Eastern Roman Empire
Currency
Solidus
(330 – 476)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
Solidus
Year
403 – 408
Ruler
Arcadius
(383–408)
Composition
Gold
Shape
Round (irregular)
Alignment
Variable alignment ↺
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
4.53
Diameter (mm)
20
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Solidus from Eastern Roman Empire. Issued from 403 to 408. Struck in Gold. Measures 20 mm and weighs 4.53 g.
- Obverse
- Pearl-diademed, helmeted, cuirassed bust of Arcadius facing, Christogram on breastplate, head turned slightly right, spear in right hand over shoulder, shield decorated with horseman motif in left.
- Reverse
- Constantinopolis, helmeted, draped, enthroned, facing front, head right, holding sceptre in right hand and Victory on globe in left hand, right foot on prow; star in left field, mintmark in exergue.
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (403-408) COMOB | — |
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