Follis - Theodosius I (VIRTVS EXERCITI; Cyzicus) (383-388) front Follis - Theodosius I (VIRTVS EXERCITI; Cyzicus) (383-388) back
Follis - Theodosius I (VIRTVS EXERCITI; Cyzicus) (383-388) photo
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Follis - Theodosius I VIRTVS EXERCITI; Cyzicus

 
Bronze 5.5 g 22 mm
Description
Issuer
Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD)
Emperor
Theodosius I (379-395)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
383-388
Value
Follis (1⁄180)
Currency
Solidus, Reform of Constantine (AD 310/324 – 395)
Composition
Bronze
Weight
5.5 g
Diameter
22 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#167730
Rarity index
83%

Reverse

Emperor standing right, holding standard with left hand and globe on right hand, left foot on captive.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
VIRTVS EXERCITI
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Translation: Virtus Exerciti: "Bravery of the Army".

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Theodosius I, who was the last emperor to rule over a united Roman Empire before it was divided into Eastern and Western halves.