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Follis - Arcadius VIRTVS EXERCITI, Cyzicus
| Bronze | 2.44 g | 17.8 mm |
| Issuer | Eastern Roman Empire (Rome) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Arcadius (383-408) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 395-401 |
| Value | 1 Follis (1⁄180) |
| Currency | Solidus (330-476) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 2.44 g |
| Diameter | 17.8 mm |
| Thickness | 1.7 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#308842 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 87% |
Reverse
Arcadius in military attire, standing left, head right, holding spear with hand and resting left hand on shield, being crowned by right hand of Victory on right, turned to left, holding palm in left hand; mintmark in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VIRTVS EXERCITI
Translation: Bravery of the army
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 Victory on the other, symbolizing the empire's military prowess and the emperor's role as a powerful leader.
