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Solidus - Theodosius II GLOR ORVIS TERRAR, Thessalonica
| Issuer | Eastern Roman Empire |
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| Year | 424-425 |
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| Shape | Round (irregular) |
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| Obverse description | Facing bust of Emperor Theodosius II, pearl-diademed, helmeted, and cuirassed, with head turned slightly to the right. The emperor is depicted in full military regalia, his right hand raising a spear over his shoulder while his left arm supports a large round shield adorned with the motif of a horseman spearing a fallen enemy. The obverse legend is inscribed in Latin around the periphery, identifying the emperor by name and titles. The portrait reflects the frontal, hieratic imperial style characteristic of 5th-century Eastern Roman coinage. The workmanship is consistent with the Thessalonica mint's output of the period. |
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| Obverse lettering | D N THEODO-SIVS P F AVG (Translation: Our Lord Theodosius, Pious and Blessed August) |
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| Edge | Plain |
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