Theodosius I; AE4 Cyzicus mint; vows in wreath
Description:
Theodosius I (379 - 395 AD). AE4, Cyzicus mint 379-383 AD. D N THEODOSIVS P F AVG; pearl-diademed, draped and cuirassed bust right / VOT V MVLT X in four lines within wreath; SM...Γ in ex.
Diameter:
AE13 mm
Weight:
1,46 g
Grade:
VF/aVF
Attribution:
not in known references
Commentary:
rare; SM..Γ strongly implies Cyzicus; dark grey patina, reverse slightly off center
History:
Monuments of the city were used by Justinian as quarry for the building of Haghia Sophia.
Article Number:
005-01-05-44147