Valentinian II; AE4 Siscia; Victory

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SKU: 048-06-05-41652

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.

Specifications

Diameter [mm]: AE14
Weight [g]: 1,30
Grade: aEF/aEF
Attribution: RIC IX 39(a)
Commentary: beautiful green patina, perfect centering, sharp details

Historical Context

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.

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