Western Roman Empire Solidus - Anthemius, 467 – 472

SALVS REI PVBLICAE; Rome

Obverse Reverse

Information

Country Western Roman Empire Western Roman Empire
Currency Solidus
Coin type Standard circulation coin
Denomination Solidus - Anthemius
Year 467 – 472
Ruler Anthemius (467–472)
Composition Gold
Shape Round (irregular)
Alignment Variable alignment ↺
Technique Hammered
Weight (g) 4.5
Diameter (mm) 22
Demonetized Yes

Description

Solidus - Anthemius from Western Roman Empire. Issued from 467 to 472. Struck in Gold. Measures 22 mm and weighs 4.5 g.

Obverse
Bust of Anthemius, helmeted, pearl-diademed, draped, cuirassed, facing front, holding spear in right hand behind head and shield decorated with cross behind left shoulder.
Reverse
Anthemius and Leo I, draped, cuirassed, standing front, each holding spear in outer hand and supporting a globe surmounted by a cross between them, mintmark in exergue.

Mintage & Variants

Date Mintage Comment Frequency
ND (467-472) COMOB

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