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Follis - Honorius GLORIA ROMANORVM; Antioch
| Bronze | 1.5 g | 12 mm |
| Issuer | Western Roman Empire (Rome) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Honorius (395-423) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 392-395 |
| Value | 1 Follis (1⁄7200) |
| Currency | Solidus |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 1.5 g |
| Diameter | 12 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#136854 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 84% |
Reverse
Emperor on horseback riding right, raising right hand
Script: Latin
Lettering: GLORIA-ROMANORVM
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Follis - Honorius coin is that it features the first Christian emperor, Honorius, who ruled the Western Roman Empire from 393 to 423 AD. The coin's design includes the inscription "GLORIA ROMANORVM" which means "Glory of the Romans" in Latin, indicating the shift in power and influence from the traditional Roman gods to the Christian faith.
