Western Roman Empire Solidus - Arcadius, 402 – 408
VICTORIA AVGGG; Ravenna
Information
Country
Western Roman Empire
Western Roman Empire
Currency
Solidus
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
Solidus - Arcadius
Year
402 – 408
Ruler
Honorius
(393–395)
Composition
Gold
Shape
Round (irregular)
Alignment
Variable alignment ↺
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
4.46
Diameter (mm)
21
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Solidus - Arcadius from Western Roman Empire. Issued from 402 to 408. Struck in Gold. Measures 21 mm and weighs 4.46 g.
- Obverse
- Pearl-diademed, draped and cuirassed bust of Arcadius right. (Our Lord Arcadius, Pious and Blessed August)
- Reverse
- Emperor standing right in armor, diademed, holding vexillum and Victory on globe, placing foot on bound captive reclining to left, mintmark in exergue. (Victory of the Augusts)
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (402-408) RV COMOB | — |
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