Condition: Choice VF (Very Fine)
Certification: NGC-certified
Mint: Nicomedia
Weight: 4.43 grams
Diameter: Approximately 21 mm
Material: Gold
🏛️ Historical Context
Emperor Jovian ascended to the throne unexpectedly in 363 AD following the death of Julian the Apostate during a campaign against the Sassanid Empire. His reign, though brief, was pivotal in restoring Christianity as the state religion of the Roman Empire. Jovian's gold solidus coins are esteemed for their historical significance and craftsmanship.
🔍 Coin Description
Obverse: Features a rosette-diademed, draped, and cuirassed bust of Emperor Jovian, with the inscription: D N IOVIANVS P F PERP AVG (Our Lord Jovian, Pious, Blessed, Eternal Augustus).
Reverse: Depicts Roma and Constantinopolis seated facing each other, each holding a shield inscribed with VOT/V/MVLT/X, symbolizing the emperor's vow for a ten-year reign.