© Pedro Branco (CC BY)
© Pedro Branco (CC BY)
Follis - Aelia Eudoxia SALVS REIPVBLICAE; Cyzicus
| Bronze | 2.44 g | 18.5 mm |
| Issuer | Eastern Roman Empire (Rome) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Arcadius (383-408) |
| Empress | Eudoxia (Εὐδοξία) (395-404) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 400-404 |
| Value | 1 Follis (1⁄180) |
| Currency | Solidus (330-476) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 2.44 g |
| Diameter | 18.5 mm |
| Thickness | 1.6 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#307993 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Victory seated to right on a cuirass, holding a shield decorated with a chrism placed on a column. Mintmark in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering: SALVS REIPVBLICAE
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Aelia Eudoxia Follis coin is that it features an image of the Roman empress Aelia Eudoxia, who was known for her beauty and her influence on her husband, Emperor Arcadius. She played a significant role in the political and social life of the Eastern Roman Empire during her time.
