Arcadius; AE4 Lugdunum; Victory with wreath
Description:
Arcadius (383 - 408 AD). AE4, Lugdunum mint. DN ARCADIVS PF AVG; pearl-diademed, draped and cuirassed bust right / VICTORIA AVGGG; Victory advancing left, holding wreath and palm, LVGP in ex.
Diameter:
AE12 mm
Weight:
1,08 g
Grade:
F/aVF
Attribution:
RIC IX Lugdunum 44a
Commentary:
rare mint for Arcadius; brown patina, area of flat strike on reverse
History:
Arcadius, born in the most Western part of the Roman Empire (Hispania), became the first ruler of the eastern part after the definite partition.
Article Number:
039-04-07-41652