Late Roman Bronze Coins

Coin talk => Unofficial coinage => Topic started by: Victor on July 19, 2013, 11:29:09 AM

Title: Theodosius II cross on reverse
Post by: Victor on July 19, 2013, 11:29:09 AM
This coin seems to be an unofficial coin or maybe it is just plain sloppy engraving. The mintmark, which should be SMKB, has an X (or an odd K) instead of an M.  The Vandals also minted this type, but they are usually a bit more crude.


Theodosius II
A.D. 423- 425
12x13mm     1.3gm
DN THEODO-SIVS PF AVG; pearl diademed, draped and cuirassed bust.
REV: Cross in wreath.
In ex. SXKB
Cf.  RIC X Cyzicus 449