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
Medal alignment ↑↑
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
2.44
Diameter (mm)
17.8
Thickness (mm)
1.7
Demonetized
Yes
Description
1 Follis from Eastern Roman Empire. Issued from 395 to 401. Struck in Bronze. Measures 17.8 mm and weighs 2.44 g.
- Obverse
- Bust of Arcadius, right, pearl-diademed, draped, cuirassed. (D (-ominus) N (-oster) Arcadius P (-ius) F (-elix) Aug (-ustus)"Our lord Arcadius, pious and blessed august".)
- Reverse
- Arcadius in military attire, standing left, head right, holding spear with hand and resting left hand on shield, being crowned by right hand of Victory on right, turned to left, holding palm in left hand; mintmark in exergue. (Bravery of the army)
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (395-401) SMKA | — | 1st officina | 80% | |
| ND (395-401) SMKB | — | 2nd officina | 10% |
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