1 Solidus - Theoderic / In the name of Zeno, 476-491 Mediolanum/Milan

Issuer Ostrogothic Kingdom
Year 490
Type Standard circulation coin
Value 1 Solidus = 3 Tremissis
Currency Tremissis (490-553)
Composition Gold
Weight 4.38 g
Diameter 21 mm
Thickness
Shape Round (irregular)
Technique Hammered
Orientation
Engraver(s)
In circulation to
Reference(s) RIC X#3604, Lacam#pl. 57
Obverse description Pearl-diademed, helmeted, and cuirassed bust holding spear over shoulder, all surrounded by legend.
Obverse script Latin
Obverse lettering D N ZENO - PERP AVC
(Translation: Our Lord, Zeno, perpetual August)
Reverse description Winged Victory facing left while holding cross, all with star to the left and surrounded by legend.
Reverse script Greek, Latin
Reverse lettering VICTORIA AVCCC M - D θ COMOB
(Translation: Victory of the August)
Edge Smooth.
Mint
Mintage ND (490) M-D - -
Numisquare ID 4451347990
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