© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Maiorina - Arcadius GLORIA ROMANORVM; Antioch
| Bronze | 5.58 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Theodosius I (379-395) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 392-395 |
| Value | Maiorina (1⁄72) |
| Currency | Solidus, Reform of Constantine (AD 310/324 – 395) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 5.58 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#375131 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Emperor, head right, standing facing, holding standard and globe.
Script: Latin
Lettering: GLORIA-ROMANORVM
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the image of Emperor Arcadius on one side and the goddess Gloria Romanorum on the other, signifying the divine right of the emperor to rule.
