Honorius; AE3 Constantinople; Honorius and Theodosius II
Description:
Honorius (393 - 423 AD). AE3, Constantinople mint 408-423 AD. D N HONORIVS P F AVG; pearl-diademed, draped, cuirassed bust right, star behind head / GLORIA ROMANORVM; two emperors standing facing, heads turned towards each other, each holding a spear and a globe between them; CONSA in ex.
Diameter:
AE15 mm
Weight:
2 g
Grade:
VF/aVF
Attribution:
RIC X Constantinople 409; Sear 21020
Commentary:
actually rare in this condition; brown patina, some flat area on reverse
History:
Mausoleum of Honorius was demolished in late November 1519, during the construction of St Peter's Basilica.
Article Number:
010-10-03-44149