Valentinian I; AE3, Thessalonica; Victory
Description:
Valentinian I (364 - 367 AD). AE3, Thessalonica mint 367-375 AD. D N VALENTINI-ANVS P F AVG; pearl-diademed, draped and cuirassed bust right / SECVRITAS REIPVBLICAE; Victory advancing left holding wreath and palm, staurogram in left field, B in right field, TES in ex.
Diameter:
AE17 mm
Weight:
1,8 g
Grade:
VF/gF
Attribution:
RIC IX 27(a)
Commentary:
light green patina, rough edges
History:
Palm branch and wreath as a common attributes of Victory survived into the Christian times, changing their meaning to peace and honor/moral virtue.
Article Number:
026-05-03-41652