Antioch, 395-401 CE
Æ 2.44g, 17mm, 6h
AEL EVDOXIA AVG, diademed and draped bust to right, being crowned by the hand of God above
G[LORIA RO]MANORVM, empress enthroned facing, hands on breast, being crowned by the hand of God; cross in right field, ANTA in exergue.
RIC X 83; LRBC 2805
Aelia Eudoxia is born. Her father, Flavius Bauto, was a Frankish general and a high-ranking officer in the Roman army.
April 27
Marriage of Aelia Eudoxia to Arcadius.
Aelia Eudoxia is given the title of Augusta, solidifying her position and influence within the empire. Her growing power puts her at odds with other court officials, particularly the Praetorian Prefect, Rufinus.
Aelia Eudoxia gives birth to her first child with Arcadius, a daughter named Pulcheria.
Aelia Eudoxia gives birth to her second child with Arcadius, Theodosius II, the future Emperor of the Eastern Roman Empire.
The power struggle between Aelia Eudoxia and Eutropius, another influential official, escalates. Eutropius is eventually executed by Arcadius, strengthening Eudoxia’s influence.
Aelia Eudoxia’s and Arcadius‘ conflict with John Chrysostom, the Patriarch of Constantinople, begins. John Chrysostom criticizes the Empress for her lavish lifestyle and perceived moral failings.
Aelia Eudoxia and John Chrysostom’s dispute reaches its peak. John Chrysostom is deposed and exiled by Arcadius, largely due to Eudoxia’s influence. She erects a silver statue of herself in the Forum of Constantinople, which John condemned in his sermons.
October 6
Aelia Eudoxia dies, likely due to complications from a miscarriage.