Eastern Roman Empire Follis - Arcadius, 395 – 401
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Information
Country
Eastern Roman Empire
Eastern Roman Empire
Currency
Solidus
(330 – 476)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
1 Follis
Year
395 – 401
Ruler
Arcadius
(383–408)
Composition
Bronze
Shape
Round (irregular)
Alignment
Variable alignment ↺
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
2.67
Diameter (mm)
16.4
Demonetized
Yes
Description
1 Follis from Eastern Roman Empire. Issued from 395 to 401. Struck in Bronze. Measures 16.4 mm and weighs 2.67 g.
- Obverse
- Diademed, draped, cuirassed bust right
- Reverse
- Emperor standing left, head right, holding spear and resting left hand on schield. Victory holding palm-branch in left hand, crowns him. Star in right field
- Edge
- Gross
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (395-401) SMNA | — | 77% | ||
| ND (395-401) SMNB | — |
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