Ancient Coins: ROMAN IMPERIAL SILVER: Theodosius I, 379-395 A.D.
AR Reduced Miliarense(formerly siliqua), 2.11g. Trier, c.379-383 A.D. 18mm. D N THEODOSIVS P F AVG. Pearl-diademed, draped, and cuirassed bust of Theodosius to right. Rev. CONCORDIA AVGGG; TRPS in exergue. Constantinopolis seated on elaborate throne and facing with her foot on a prow; head to right with elaborate turreted crown; she hold scepter and cornucopia. RIC 55a. Wonderful iridescent toning and an exceptionally detailed reverse with a more elaborate throne and headdress on Constantinopolis than is normally seen. The reverse is an outstanding example of late Roman art.
Provenance/Pedigree:
Ex: NAC, Zurich, Auction100, 2017, lot 2021
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