One of two Byzantine coins found c.1964-5, outside Istanbul in ploughed fields, along the seacoast (European side).
Mint:
Heraclea
Ruler:
Arcadius (383-408)
Arcadius (383-408), AE 2, Heraclea mint, 392-5, rev. GLORIA ROMANORVM, emperor holding standard and globe (RIC IX, 199.27b), 4.40g; 22mm.
History note: Under Review
Method of acquisition: Given (2002-04-22) by Robbins, Anne
Production date: AD 0392
Object composed of bronze Weight 4.4 g
Accession number: CM.328-2002
Primary reference Number: 257240
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Owner or interested party:
The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department:
Coins and Medals
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