379–395 AD Roman Aelia Flaccilla AE2 Bronze Coin – Very Fine (VF)

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This is a genuine Roman bronze coin from the reign of Empress Aelia Flaccilla (379–386 AD), wife of Emperor Theodosius I. Struck at the Antioch mint, this AE2-sized follis features a draped bust of Aelia Flaccilla on the obverse and a standing empress reverse, symbolizing her role in the Christianization of the Roman Empire. Obverse: Draped bust of Aelia Flaccilla facing right, wearing a diadem. Inscription: AEL FLAC CILLA AVG. Reverse: Empress standing right, holding a branch and a globe. Inscription: SALVS REI PVBLICAE. Date / Ruler: 379–386 AD, Empress Aelia Flaccilla, Augusta. Metal / Weight: Bronze Condition: Very Fine (VF) – clear legends and motifs with moderate wear; some light corrosion typical for coins of this age. References: RIC IX 62; Sear 20612. Historical Context: Aelia Flaccilla was the first wife of Emperor Theodosius I and the mother of Emperor Arcadius. She was known for her devout Christian faith and charitable works. Coins bearing her image are significant as they mark a period when empresses were again honored on Roman coinage after a hiatus of several decades. Check out some of my other coins here: https://www.etsy.com/shop/DCSILVERSHOP?ref=shop_sugg§ion_id=19121636 Or just browse around the shop! https://www.etsy.com/shop/DCSILVERSHOP
This is a genuine Roman bronze coin from the reign of Empress Aelia Flaccilla (379–386 AD), wife of Emperor Theodosius I. Struck at the Antioch mint, this AE2-sized follis features a draped bust of Aelia Flaccilla on the obverse and a standing empress reverse, symbolizing her role in the Christianization of the Roman Empire. Obverse: Draped bust of Aelia Flaccilla facing right, wearing a diadem. Inscription: AEL FLAC CILLA AVG. Reverse: Empress standing right, holding a branch and a globe. Inscription: SALVS REI PVBLICAE. Date / Ruler: 379–386 AD, Empress Aelia Flaccilla, Augusta. Metal / Weight: Bronze Condition: Very Fine (VF) – clear legends and motifs with moderate wear; some light corrosion typical for coins of this age. References: RIC IX 62; Sear 20612. Historical Context: Aelia Flaccilla was the first wife of Emperor Theodosius I and the mother of Emperor Arcadius. She was known for her devout Christian faith and charitable works. Coins bearing her image are significant as they mark a period when empresses were again honored on Roman coinage after a hiatus of several decades. Check out some of my other coins here: https://www.etsy.com/shop/DCSILVERSHOP?ref=shop_sugg§ion_id=19121636 Or just browse around the shop! https://www.etsy.com/shop/DCSILVERSHOP