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Numismatic Auction 72  30 Jan 2018
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Lot 298

Estimate: 100 USD
Price realized: 75 USD
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Aelia Flaccilla. Augusta, A.D. 379-386/8. AE 2 (21.64 mm, 5.45 g, 6 h). Constantinople mint, A.D. 383. AEL FLACCILLA AVG, draped and mantled bust right, with elaborate head-dress and necklace / SALVS REIPVBLICAE, Victory seated right, inscribing Chi-Rho on shield resting on small column; CONЄ in exergue. RIC 55; LRBC 2737. Near EF/VF, attractive earthen highlights.

Aelia Flaccilla was the wife of Theodosius I and was of Hispano-Roman descent. She was a very devout Christian and a strong supporter of the Nicene Creed. She likely influenced her husband in his decisions regarding ecclesiastic policy, such as the adoption of the Trinity doctrine as orthodox.
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