Theodosius II; AE4 Nicomedia; cross
Description:
Theodosius II (402 - 450 AD). AE4 Antioch mint 425-435 AD. D N THEODOSIVS P F AVG; diademed, draped and cuirassed bust right / Cross within wreath; SMN... in ex.
Diameter:
AE11 mm
Weight:
1,26 g
Grade:
aVF/aVF
Attribution:
RIC X 447
Commentary:
green patina, good details
History:
In 424-425 AD after the death of Honorius, Theodosius sent an expedition to overthrow the western emperor Johannes and to install the Valentinian III - the son of Honorius' sister Galla Placidia.
Article Number:
041-06-01-44710