Valentinian II; AE4 Siscia; Victory
Description:
Valentinian II (375 - 392 AD). AE4 Siscia mint 384-387 AD. DN VALENTINIANVS PF AVG; pearl-diademed, draped, and cuirassed bust right / VICTORIA AVGGG; Victory advancing left, holding wreath and palm; ASIS in ex.
Diameter:
AE13 mm
Weight:
1,08 g
Grade:
gVF/gVF
Attribution:
RIC IX 39a1; LRBC 1575
Commentary:
sharp details, great green patina, slightly off-center
History:
Valentinian II proved to be the blue print for the later emperors - weak, very young son of an emperor dominated by his barbarian general.
Article Number:
009-06-02-45200