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Follis - Arcadius VICTORIA AVG; Thessalonica
| Bronze | 1.60 g | 14.50 mm |
| Issuer | Eastern Roman Empire (Rome) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Arcadius (383-408) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 383-388 |
| Value | 1 Follis (1⁄180) |
| Currency | Solidus (330-476) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 1.60 g |
| Diameter | 14.50 mm |
| Thickness | 1.50 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#311189 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Two Victories facing each other, each holding wreath with right hand; a dot in center.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VICTORIA AVG
Translation:
Victoria Augustorum.
The victory of the august.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of the Roman Emperor Arcadius on one side and the goddess Victoria on the other, symbolizing the imperial power and the victory of the Roman Empire.
