Eastern Roman Empire Follis - Arcadius, 401 – 403

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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 401 – 403
Ruler Arcadius (383–408)
Composition Bronze
Shape Round (irregular)
Alignment Variable alignment ↺
Technique Hammered
Weight (g) 2.5
Diameter (mm) 18
Demonetized Yes

Description

1 Follis from Eastern Roman Empire. Issued from 401 to 403. Struck in Bronze. Measures 18 mm and weighs 2.5 g.

Obverse
Bust of Arcadius, helmeted, pearl-diademed, cuirassed, facing front, holding spear in right hand behind head and shield decorated with cross on left arm.
Reverse
Constantinopolis, helmeted, draped, enthroned, enthroned, facing front, head right, holding long sceptre in right hand and Victory on globe in left hand; beneath her right foot, prow.

Mintage & Variants

Date Mintage Comment Frequency
ND (401-403) SMN 1st Officina (A)
ND (401-403) SMN 2nd Officina (B)

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