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Follis - Honorius GLORIA ROMANORVM, issued under Arcadius, Cyzicus
| Bronze | 1.89 g | 14.2 mm |
| Issuer | Eastern Roman Empire (Rome) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Arcadius (383-408) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 406-408 |
| Value | 1 Follis (1⁄180) |
| Currency | Solidus (330-476) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 1.89 g |
| Diameter | 14.2 mm |
| Thickness | 1.8 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#308829 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 83% |
Reverse
The three emperors Arcadius, Honorius and Theodosius II standing facing; the two outermost being taller, slightly turned towards each other, each holding spear with outer hand and resting inner hand on shield; third emperor between them, smaller, head to right, holding spear with right hand, sometimes holding a globe with left hand.
Mintmark in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
GLORIA ROMANORVM
SMKB
Translation: To the glory of the Roman people
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of the Roman Emperor Honorius on one side, while the other side bears the inscription "GLORIA ROMANORVM" which translates to "Glory of the Romans". This suggests that the coin was minted during a time when the Roman Empire was still proud of its heritage and legacy, despite facing various challenges and threats from external forces. Additionally, the fact that it was made of bronze and weighs only 1.89 grams suggests that it was a widely circulating coin that was used for everyday transactions, making it a tangible piece of history that connects us to the past.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (406-408) SMKA | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Follis - Honorius (GLORIA ROMANORVM, issued under Arcadius, Cyzicus) (406-408) coin.
