Description: Honorius | AE2 Reference: RIC X 46C Date: 393-395 CE Obverse: D N HONORIVS P F AVG: Bust of Honorius, pearl-diademed, draped and cuirassed, right Reverse: GLORIA ROMANORVM: Emperor, head right, standing facing, holding standard and globe. SMNB in exergue Mint: Nicomedia Size: 21.2 mm Weight: 4.02 grams THE ROOSTER EMPEROR. The son of Theodosius, Honorius became emperor at a very young age and was ever under the influence of regents and powerful generals. Known more for his reclusive tendencies and love for animals than his political prowess, Honorius was allegedly more interested in his pets than governing the western half of the Roman Empire. One of these pets was a very large rooster named Rome. One later story passed down to us by the historian Procopius alleges that Honorius responded in a peculiar way to hearing about the Visagothic sack of Rome in 410 CE. "At that time they say that the Emperor Honorius in Ravenna received the message from one of the eunuchs, evidently a keeper of the poultry, that Rome had perished. And he cried out and said, 'And yet it has just eaten from my hands!' For he had a very large rooster, Rome by name; and the eunuch comprehending his words said that it was the city of Rome which had perished at the hands of Alaric, and the emperor with a sigh of relief answered quickly: 'But I thought that my fowl Rome had perished.'" Policies I apply the highest ethical standards in selling ancient coins. All coins are guaranteed to be genuine and any item found to be otherwise may be returned for a full refund. The most important thing is that you are happy with your new coin(s)! All coins are shipped in PVC-free, archival-grade coin flips and inserts made of acid-free paper Domestic (USA) shipping only, except for international shipments through eBay International Shipping program. If you purchase multiple items please message me before you pay and I will combine the shipping for you. I accept all returns within 30 calendar days upon receipt of the item. No explanation is required for the return, but it would be appreciated. Any item which has been altered from its original state may not be returned. Don't see what you're looking for? Just shoot me a message, I might have it but haven't gotten around to listing it!
Price: 19.99 USD
Location: Canton, Michigan
End Time: 2025-01-05T23:51:00.000Z
Shipping Cost: 6 USD
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Restocking Fee: No
Return shipping will be paid by: Seller
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Denomination: AE2
Historical Period: Roman: Imperial (27 BC-476 AD)
Composition: Bronze
Year: 393-395 CE
Era: Ancient
Grade: Ungraded
Ruler: Honorius
Certification: Uncertified
