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Follis - Eudoxia SALVS REIPVBLICAE; Antioch
| Bronze | 2.81 g | 17.00 mm |
| Issuer | Eastern Roman Empire (Rome) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Arcadius (383-408) |
| Empress | Eudoxia (Εὐδοξία) (395-404) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 400-404 |
| Currency | Solidus (330-476) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 2.81 g |
| Diameter | 17.00 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#323211 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 87% |
Reverse
Winged Victory seated right on cuirass, draped, pointing to a shield inscribed with Chi-Rho (☧) and set on a low column; mintmark in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
SALVS REIPVBLICAE
ANT Γ
Translation: The safety of the Republic
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Follis - Eudoxia coin is that it features an image of the Roman empress Eudoxia, who was known for her beauty and her influence on her husband, Emperor Arcadius. Despite being a minor coin, it is still considered a valuable collector's item due to its historical significance and rarity.
