Valentinian II; AE4 Siscia; Victory
Description:
Valentinian II (375 - 392 AD). AE4, Siscia mint 384-387 AD. D N VALENTINIANVS P F AVG; pearl diademed draped and cuirassed bust right / VICTORIA AVGGG; Victory advancing left, holding wreath in right hand, BSIS in ex.
Diameter:
AE14 mm
Weight:
1,3 g
Grade:
aEF/aEF
Attribution:
RIC IX 39(a)
Commentary:
beautiful green patina, perfect centering, sharp details
History:
In the last period of his reign, Valentinian II was completely under control of Theodosius through magister militum Arbogastes; this led to the death of the young emperor, probably by suicide.
Article Number:
048-06-05-41652