Gratian; AE3 Treveri; Victory
Description:
Gratian (367 - 383 AD). AE3 Treveri mint 367-378 AD. D N GRATIANVS P F AVG; pearl-diademed, draped and cuirassed bust right / GLORIA ROMANORVM; Victory holding wreath and palm frond advancing left; TRP• in ex.
Diameter:
AE20 mm
Weight:
1,82 g
Grade:
aVF/aVF
Attribution:
RIC IX Trier 31c type x (a); Sear 20083
Commentary:
actually very rare; green patina with patina breaks
History:
Gratian renounced the title and office of Pontifex Maximus after an appeal of pagan senator against the removal of Altar of Victory from the Senate House.
Article Number:
003-02-06-45489