Maiorina - Theodosius I GLORIA ROMANORVM; wreath and cross; Antioch
| Bronze | 4.5 g | 20 mm |
| 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 |
| Numista | N#138854 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Emperor, head right, standing facing, on ship, raising right hand; Victory seated at helm.
Wreath in left field, cross in right field.
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 the emperor Theodosius I, who was the last emperor to rule over a united Roman Empire before it was divided into Eastern and Western halves. He was known for his strong Christian faith and his efforts to establish Christianity as the dominant religion of the empire. This coin was minted during his reign, which lasted from 378 to 383 AD.
