Valentinian I; AE3 Rome; emperor with captive
Description:
Valentinian I (364 - 375 AD) AE3 Rome mint 364-367 AD. DN VALENTINI-ANVS PF AVG; pearl diademed, draped, cuirassed bust right / GLORIA ROMANORVM; emperor, holding labarum in left hand, walking right, looking left, dragging captive with right hand; RQ in ex.
Diameter:
AE17 mm
Weight:
2,3 g
Grade:
aVF/aVF
Attribution:
RIC IX Rome 15a
Commentary:
rare; dark grey patina, minor scratches on obverse
History:
According to Epitome de Caesaribus Valentinian I was educated even in such subjects as painting and sculpting.
Article Number:
005-03-03-44147