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Maiorina - Arcadius GLORIA ROMANORVM; Heraclea
| Bronze | 5.58 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | Eastern Roman Empire (Rome) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Arcadius (383-408) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 392-395 |
| Value | 1 Maiorina (1⁄72) |
| Currency | Solidus (330-476) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 5.58 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#190280 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 84% |
Reverse
Emperor standing facing holding labarum in right hand and globe in left. Star on field.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
GLORIA ROMANORVM
SMHA
Translation: The glory of the Romans
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of the Roman Emperor Arcadius on one side, and the inscription "GLORIA ROMANORVM" (meaning "Glory of the Romans") on the other side, which highlights the coin's connection to the Eastern Roman Empire and its emphasis on Roman culture and tradition.
