ROMAN. Theodosius I, with Arcadius and Honorius(?). AD 379-395. PB Seal (16mm, 7.17 g). Three facing draped busts, the bust at the center larger; [above DDDNNN?]. Cf. RLS 0203-4 (diadems, outer busts confronted); Rostowzew & Prou –; Leukel N162; cf. Récamier 28 (same); Ficorini –; CNG E-174, lot 241. Edge chipped. VF.
From the Peter J. Merani Collection. Ex Classical Numismatic Group Electronic Auction 160 (14 March 2007), lot 350.
The exact identity of the three emperors portrayed on this seal is uncertain. Options includes Theodosius I, with Arcadius and Honorius; Arcadius, with Honorius and Theodosius II; and Valentinian I, with Valens and Gratian.