Theodosius I 379 - 395 A.D.
| Coin Description | Theodosius I, AE 12 mm, Grade ??, The coin is struck slightly off-centre causing the left site of the reverse legend and the exergue to be missing, VM 40 |
| Obverse | The portrait is of Theodosius I a pearl-diademed, draped and cuirassed bust facing right. The legend reads DN THEODOSIVS PF AVG meaning: DN (Dominus Noster /our lord showing the emperor to be the supreme ruler) THEODOSIVS (his name) PF (Pius Felix / Dutiful and Wise) AVG Augustus which defines him as being the emperor. The legend is broken which is a sign of the highest respect and signifies him as the senior Augustus. |
| Reverse |
The reverse shows Victory advancing left dragging a captive and carrying a trophy over her right shoulder. The legend reads SALVS REIPVBLICAE which translates as "The health of the Republic". There is a chi-rho symbol in the left field. |
| Mint | unreadable |
| The Entire Story | The entire story of this coin would read: Our Lord Theodosius the Dutiful and Wise Augustus who makes sure our republic / Empire stays healthy and safe by defeating our enemies (symbolized by the captive). The chi-rho tells the people that the emperor is a devote Christian. |
