Gratian A.D.367-383, AE3
$86
Gratian Bronze, AE3.
NZNDA member
GRATIAN, A.D. 367-383.
Son of Valentinian I, ruled in the west with his farther until 375. Overthrown by Magnus Maximus who had been proclaimed emperor by the army in Britain.
AE3.
Obverse: Pearl diademed, draped cuirassed bust right.
DNGRATIA NVSPFAVG.
Reverse: Victory advancing left, holding wreath and palm.
SECVRITAS REIPUBLICAE.
Mint Aquileia, in exergue SMAQ (?), only the top of these letter can be seen.
Bronze, 2.23g, 18mm (max).
aEF.