Bronze AE3 of Emperor Theodosius I (AD 379–395), struck at Antioch during the early years of his reign. This type honors the emperor’s vow of ten years of rule with hopes for more to come — a standard expression of loyalty and imperial propaganda in the late empire.
• Obverse: D N THEODOSIVS P F AVG – Pearl-diademed, draped, and cuirassed bust right
• Reverse: VOT X MVLT X – Four lines within laurel wreath
• Exergue: ANTA (Antioch mint)
• RIC: IX Antioch 67c
• Weight: [insert]
• Diameter: 13 mm
• Grade: VF – clear wreath and legends, nice even tone
A classic late Roman bronze from one of the empire’s most theologically significant emperors. Ideal for collectors of Christian-era Roman coins.