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Tag: Roman Empire
Solidus of Justinian II
Jesus Christ first appeared on Roman coins during the reign of Justinian II. He ruled the Eastern Roman (or Byzantine Empire) from 685 to 695 A.D. and again from 705 to 711 A.D. Reign of Justinian II Justinian II first ruled the Roman Empire alongside his father, Emperor Constantine IV. In 685, at the age […]
December 31, 2019
Saint Helena’s Portrait
Saint Helena was the wife of the Roman emperor Constantius I and the mother of the emperor Constantine the Great. Due to her significant influence during his reign, Constantine minted coins with her name, titles and portrait. Influence of Helena Helena was married to Constantine’s father, Constantius, until they divorced around 289 A.D. After he […]
December 17, 2019