Fausta Solidus, Fausta reverse
RIC VII Sirmium 61 · 324 AD-325 AD · Sirmium · Issued under Constantine I
Obverse
Reverse
Münzkabinett, Staatliche Museen zu Berlin
Obverse
FLAV • MAX • - FAVSTA AG
Bust of Fausta waved hair, mantled, right
Reverse
SALVS REI - PVBLICAE
Fausta, veiled, draped, standing front, head left, holding two children in her arms
About This Type
This RIC VII Sirmium 61 is a solidus of Fausta, issued under Constantine I (324 AD-325 AD), struck at the Sirmium mint. The reverse depicts Fausta, veiled, draped, standing front, head left, holding two children in her arms. Struck in gold at a standard weight of 412.89g.
About the Solidus
The solidus was the gold coin of the late Roman and Byzantine empires, introduced by Constantine I around 309 AD at 4.5 grams. It maintained its weight standard for over seven centuries, making it one of the most stable currencies in history.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is RIC VII Sirmium 61?
- RIC VII Sirmium 61 is a Gold Solidus of Fausta issued under Constantine I (324 AD-325 AD) struck at the Sirmium mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VII Sirmium 61.
- How do you identify RIC VII Sirmium 61?
- The obverse depicts Bust of Fausta waved hair, mantled, right with the inscription FLAV • MAX • - FAVSTA AG. The reverse depicts Fausta, veiled, draped, standing front, head left, holding two children in her arms with the inscription SALVS REI - PVBLICAE.
- What are the physical specifications of RIC VII Sirmium 61?
- RIC VII Sirmium 61 was struck in Gold, standard weight 412.89g, engraved.
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