Civilization: Roman Empire
Ruler: Honorius
Mint: Nicomedia
Year: 393 - 423 AD
Composition: Bronze
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Weight: g
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Mint: Nicomedia
Period: 393-423 AD
Denomination: Follis (AE2)
Metal: Bronze
Obverse: DN HONORIVS PF AVG, pearl diademed, draped, cuirassed bust righ
Reverse: GLORIA ROMANORVM, emperor standing front, looking right, holding labarum and globe. Mintmark SMNΓ
Weight: 4.49g
Diameter: 23 mm
Reference: Nicomedia RIC IX 46c, Γ

Honorius was a Roman Emperor who ruled from 393 to 423 AD, primarily known for being the Western Roman Emperor during a time of significant decline and instability in the empire. He became emperor at a young age following the death of his father, Theodosius I, and his reign was heavily influenced by powerful figures, including his chief advisor, Stilicho. Honorius faced numerous challenges, including the sack of Rome by the Visigoths in 410 AD, a pivotal event that symbolized the weakening of Roman authority in the West. His reign ended with his death in 423 AD, leading to a power struggle and further fragmentation of the Western Roman Empire.