Follis - Honorius GLORIA ROMANORVM; Antioch
| Copper | 5.61 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Western Roman Empire (Rome) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Honorius (395-423) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 393-395 |
| Value | 1 Follis (1⁄7200) |
| Currency | Solidus |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 5.61 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Thickness | 1 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#90907 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 75% |
Reverse
Emperor standing, head right, holding labarum & globe
Script: Latin
Lettering:
GLORIA ROMANORVM
ANTΓ
Translation:
“Gloria Romanorum”
(Glory of the Romans)
Edge
Rough
Comment
Multiple varieties exist, but are difficult to list with precision.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Follis - Honorius coin is that it features the first Christian emperor, Honorius, on its obverse side, while the reverse side bears the legend "GLORIA ROMANORVM" (Glory of the Romans) and a depiction of a Victory holding a wreath and a palm branch. This coin was minted during a time of significant religious and political change in the Western Roman Empire, as Christianity was becoming increasingly prominent and the empire was facing external threats. The coin's design reflects this shift in power dynamics and the growing influence of Christianity on Roman society.
