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Solidus of Marcianus, struck at Constantinople
Roman
Imperial Period
A.D. 450–457
Mint: Constantinople
Medium/Technique
Gold
Dimensions
Diameter: 21.5 mm. Weight: 4.42 gm. Die Axis: 6
Credit Line
Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Cornelius C. Vermeule III
Accession Number1998.628
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CollectionsAncient Greece and Rome
ClassificationsNumismatics – Coins
DescriptionObverse: Diademed, draped, cuirassed bust of Marcianus facing front.
DNMARCIA NVSPFAVG
Reverse: Victory standing, cross in right hand. Star in field at right.
VICTORI AAVGGG in ex.: CONOB
DNMARCIA NVSPFAVG
Reverse: Victory standing, cross in right hand. Star in field at right.
VICTORI AAVGGG in ex.: CONOB
ProvenanceBy date unknown: Mr. and Mrs. Cornelius C. Vermeule III Collection; 1998 year-end gift of Mr. and Mrs. Cornelius C. Vermeule III to MFA, accessioned January 27, 1999