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Coin with bust of Honorius
Roman
Imperial Period
A.D. 395–401
Mint: Mysia, Cyzicus
Medium/Technique
Bronze
Dimensions
Diameter: 18 mm. Weight: 1.42 gm. Die axis: 1
Credit Line
Gift of the Archaeological Institute of America
Accession Number84.820
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CollectionsAncient Greece and Rome
ClassificationsNumismatics – Coins
DescriptionObverse: Diademed, draped and cuirassed bust of Honorius to right.
DNHONORIV SPFAVG
Reverse: At left: Honorius in military attire stands looking right holding a spear and shield. At right: Victory stands holding wreath and palm, reaching out to crown Honorius.
VIRTVS EXERCITI in ex.: SMKA (?)
DNHONORIV SPFAVG
Reverse: At left: Honorius in military attire stands looking right holding a spear and shield. At right: Victory stands holding wreath and palm, reaching out to crown Honorius.
VIRTVS EXERCITI in ex.: SMKA (?)
ProvenanceAcquired in the division of coins following the excavations at Assos. Some coins in the group were said to have been "purchased from natives of the surrounding district." No specific findspot is known for this coin. 1884: gift of the Archaeological Institute of America to the Museum of Fine Arts