Description: Theodosius I (379 - 395 AD). AE3 Constantinople mint. DN THEODOSIVS PF AVG; pearl diademed, draped, cuirassed bust right / CONCORDIA AVGGG; Constantinopolis enthroned, holding a spear and a globe, I in right, palm branch in left field, CONSB in ex.

Diameter: AE18 mm

Weight: 2,42 g

Grade: VF/VF

Attribution: RIC IX Constantinople 58

Commentary: great detail, some roughness

History: Theodosius brought to Constantinople the Obelisk of Thutmose III from Egypt and erected it inside the racing track; he is depicted on the base relief offering the crown of victory to the winner in the chariot races.

Article Number: 004-04-02-41652