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Follis - Honorius VIRTVS EXERCITI; Cyzicus
| Bronze | 2.34 g | 17.7 mm |
| Issuer | Western Roman Empire (Rome) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Honorius (395-423) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 395-401 |
| Value | 1 Follis (1⁄7200) |
| Currency | Solidus |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 2.34 g |
| Diameter | 17.7 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#200795 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 73% |
Reverse
Emperor standing left, head right, holding spear and resting left hand on shield, crowned by Victory, standing left at his side
Script: Latin
Lettering: VIRTVS-EXERCITI
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Follis - Honorius (VIRTVS EXERCITI; Cyzicus) coin is that it features an image of the Roman emperor Honorius on one side, and the goddess Victory on the other. This coin was minted during a time of great turmoil in the Western Roman Empire, as it was facing threats from barbarian invasions and internal political instability. Despite these challenges, the coin's design highlights the importance of military power and the divine protection of the Roman state.
