Valentinian I; AE3, Alexandria; bust right/Victory with wreath
Description:
Valentinian I (364 - 375 AD). AE3, Alexandria mint, 364-367 AD. D N VALENTINIANVS P F AVG; pearl-diademed, draped and cuirassed bust right / SECVRITAS REIPVBLICAE; Victory advancing left holding wreath and palm, ALEΔ in ex.
Diameter:
AE15 mm
Weight:
2,12 g
Grade:
aVF/aVF
Attribution:
RIC IX Alexandria 3a and 5a
Commentary:
olive patina with some deposits
History:
Valentinian I ruled with his brother Valens two parts of Roman Empire - a constellation that became permanent three decades later with Honorius and Arcadius.
Article Number:
026-04-01-41652