Constantius II, AD 337-361. Gold Solidus (3.76 g) minted at Constantinople, AD 337-340. Diademed, cuirassed and draped bust right of Constantius II. Reverse: Victory seated right on cuirass, inscribing VOT XX on shield; a small winged genius supports shield. Cf. RIC VIII, p. 447, 9 (shield reads VOT XV). Very rare. Needle-sharp striking on a thin flan. Nearly Mint State. Struck in connection with the establishment of Constantinople as the Eastern capital of the Roman Empire. Estimated Value $5,000 - 6,000. Categories: Roman Imperial Coinage
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