1. Artemide Aste
  2. Artemide 57E (8-9 Gennaio 2022)
  3. The Roman Empire
Lot 714:
Johannes (Usurper, 423-425). AE 12 mm. Rome mint. Obv. DN IOHANNES PF AVG. Pearl-diademed, draped and cuirassed bust right. Rev. SALVS R[EIPVBLICAE]. Victory advancing left, head right, holding trophy over shoulder and dragging captive; staurogram above S to left; in exergue, RM. RIC X 1916. AE. 1.28 g. 12.00 mm. R. Rare and in excellent condition for issue, with complete obverse legend. Very attractive portrait, dark green patina. Good VF/VF.
Johannes, possibly of Gothic descent, becomes emperor in Rome in AD 423; not recognized by Theodosius II in the East, who supports his relative Valentinian III, is executed by East-Roman troops in May/June 425.
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Current price € 200
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