© MDC Monaco Monnaies de Collection sarl
© MDC Monaco Monnaies de Collection sarl
Medallion of 3 Solidi - Liberation of Aquileia
| Gold | 13.46 g | 34 mm |
| Location | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Magnentius (350-353) |
| Type | › Medals |
| Years | 350-351 |
| Value | 3 Solidi |
| Currency | Solidus, Reform of Constantine (AD 310/324 – 395) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 13.46 g |
| Diameter | 34 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-11-14 |
| Numista | N#337720 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Nimbate and draped emperor on horseback advancing right, offering right hand. To the right, the female personification of Aquileia, kneeling, facing left, wearing mural crown, and holding cornucopia in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
LIBERATOR · REI · PVBLICAE
SMAQ
Translation: Liberator of the republic.
Comment
Provenance of the piece in the main image:"Monaco Collection" and the Paramount Collection n°30066 (Ex. NGC MS* 5/5 3/5 Fine style)
Münzen & Medaillen 92, November 22, 2002, n° 329
Münzen & Medaillen 79, 28 February 1994, n° 617
Emona hoard, 1956.
