Description
Gratian (367 – 383 AD). AE3 Rome mint 378-383 AD. D N GRATIANVS P F AVG; pearl-diademed, draped and cuirassed bust right / VIRTVS ROMANORVM; Roma enthroned facing, head left, holding globe and spear, SMRQ in ex.
Gratian; AE3 Rome; Roma seated
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Specifications
| Diameter [mm]: | AE17 |
| Weight [g]: | 2,38 |
| Grade: | VF/VF |
| Attribution: | cf. RIC IX Aquileia 35a |
| Commentary: | rare type for Rome; dark grey patina with contrasting deposits |
Historical Context
Gratian renounced the title and office of Pontifex Maximus after an appeal of pagan senator against the removal of Altar of Victory from the Senate House.
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