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The solidus or nomisma was a highly pure gold coin issued in the Later Roman Empire and Byzantine Empire. It was introduced in the early 4th century, replacing the aureus, and its weight of about 4.45
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Solidus of Theodosius II, minted in Constantinople c. 435. This design of the emperor with the spear over his shoulder was the conventional portrait f
Solidus of Theodosius II, minted in Constantinople c. 435. This design of the emperor with the spear over his shoulder was the conventional portrait for over a century in the Eastern Roman Empire, from AD 395 to 537
Solidus of Constantine the Great, minted in AD 324 or 325
Solidus of Constantine the Great, minted in AD 324 or 325
Solidus of Constantius II from Antioch, 347–355. A holed coin such as this was likely worn as a jewelry piece by a prominent or wealthy Roman
Solidus of Constantius II from Antioch, 347–355. A holed coin such as this was likely worn as a jewelry piece by a prominent or wealthy Roman
Light-weight solidus of 22 siliquae minted by emperor Tiberius Constantine at Antioch in Syria, c. 580. The light-weight solidi were minted from c. 55
Light-weight solidus of 22 siliquae minted by emperor Tiberius Constantine at Antioch in Syria, c. 580. The light-weight solidi were minted from c. 550–650 and were primarily used for foreign trade with Europe.
Byzantine economy
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The Byzantine economy was among the most robust economies in the Mediterranean and the world for many centuries.
Parable of the Workers in the Vineyard. Workers on the field (down) and pay time (up), Byzantine Gospel of 11th century.
Parable of the Workers in the Vineyard. Workers on the field (down) and pay time (up), Byzantine Gospel of 11th century.
Constantinople apple quinces
Constantinople apple quinces
The porphyry statue of the Tetrarchs was plundered from Constantinople and placed on the façade of Saint Mark's Church, Venice.
The porphyry statue of the Tetrarchs was plundered from Constantinople and placed on the façade of Saint Mark's Church, Venice.
Half stavraton issued by Manuel II (3.53 g). The inscription reads "Manuel in Christ [our] God, faithful emperor."
Half stavraton issued by Manuel II (3.53 g). The inscription reads "Manuel in Christ [our] God, faithful emperor."