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Coin with bust of Arcadius
Roman
Imperial Period
A.D. 395–401
Mint: Mysia, Cyzicus
Medium/Technique
Bronze
Dimensions
Diameter: 17.5 mm. Weight: 2.59 gm. Die axis: 7
Credit Line
Gift of the Archaeological Institute of America
Accession Number84.826
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CollectionsAncient Greece and Rome
ClassificationsNumismatics – Coins
DescriptionObverse: Diademed, draped bust of Arcadius to right.
DNARCADI VSPFAVG
Reverse: Emperor in military attire at left being crowned by Victory standing at right.
VIRTVS EXERCITI in ex.: SMKA
DNARCADI VSPFAVG
Reverse: Emperor in military attire at left being crowned by Victory standing at right.
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