Western Roman Empire Solidus - Avitus, 455 – 456
VICTORIA AVGGG; Mediolanum
Information
Country
Western Roman Empire
Western Roman Empire
Currency
Solidus
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
Solidus - Avitus
Year
455 – 456
Ruler
Avitus
(455–456)
Composition
Gold
Shape
Round (irregular)
Alignment
Variable alignment ↺
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
4.48
Diameter (mm)
21
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Solidus - Avitus from Western Roman Empire. Issued from 455 to 456. Struck in Gold. Measures 21 mm and weighs 4.48 g.
- Obverse
- Bust of Avitus, bearded, rosette-diademed, draped, cuirassed, right.
- Reverse
- Avitus standing facing in military dress, head right, grounded long cross in right hand, Victory on globe left in left, resting left foot on recumbent captive; M-D across fields, mintmark in exergue.
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (455-456) MD COMOB | — |
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