A new solidus of Theodosius I

Discussion in 'Ancient Coins' started by Campbell Miller, Jan 6, 2023.

  1. Campbell Miller

    Campbell Miller Well-Known Member

    Hey all,
    I just recently purchased this coin, and while it hasn't arrived yet, I would like to post a picture and get everyone's opinion on it! I will upload my own pictures when the coin arrives.
    Weight: 4.47 g
    Diameter: 21 mm
    Ref.: RIC IX 5f and 8b.1; Depeyrot 1/3 (North Italian mint)

    Obverse: D N THEODOSIVS P F AVG, pearl-diademed, draped and cuirassed bust to right
    Reverse: VICTORIA AVGG, Gratian and Theodosius seated facing, holding globe between them; behind and between them, Victory is standing with outspread wings, palm below; COM
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    Campbell Miller, Jan 6, 2023
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  3. mrbreeze

    mrbreeze Well-Known Member

    Gotta say I love it.
     
    mrbreeze, Jan 6, 2023
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  4. panzerman

    panzerman Well-Known Member

    Great coin, this is from the Milan Mint. Here is mine from Treveri Mint. IMG_1113.JPG IMG_1119.JPG
     
    panzerman, Jan 8, 2023
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  5. robinjojo

    robinjojo Well-Known Member

    I don't collect coins from this period, but I must say that the die engraving, especially on the reverse, is stunning.

    Panzerman's coin is also a choice example.
     
    robinjojo, Jan 8, 2023
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  6. lordmarcovan

    lordmarcovan Collecting for 49 years Moderator

    Very handsome! I’ve only owned one solidus before (a Zeno), and it was holed.
     
    lordmarcovan, Jan 11, 2023
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