Maiorina - Theodosius I (GLORIA ROMANORVM; Nicomedia) (378-383) front Maiorina - Theodosius I (GLORIA ROMANORVM; Nicomedia) (378-383) back
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Maiorina - Theodosius I GLORIA ROMANORVM; Nicomedia

 
Bronze 4.5 g 20 mm
Description
Issuer
Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD)
Emperor
Theodosius I (379-395)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
378-383
Value
Maiorina (1⁄72)
Currency
Solidus, Reform of Constantine (AD 310/324 – 395)
Composition
Bronze
Weight
4.5 g
Diameter
20 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#396472
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Emperor, head right, standing facing, on ship, raising right hand; Victory seated at helm.
Mintmark and officina in exergue.

Script: Latin

Lettering: GLORIA RO-MANORVM

Translation: To the glory of the Romans.

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.