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Follis - Arcadius VIRTVS EXERCITI; Nicomedia
| Bronze | 2.67 g | 16.4 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 | 2.67 g |
| Diameter | 16.4 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#62805 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 76% |
Reverse
Emperor standing left, head right, holding spear and resting left hand on schield. Victory holding palm-branch in left hand, crowns him.
Star in right field
Script: Latin
Lettering:
VIRTVS EXERCITI
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SMNA
Edge
Rough
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.
