© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
Æ In the name of Gratian
| Bronze | 6.12 g | 23 mm |
| Issuer | Uncertain Germanic tribes |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 378-425 |
| Currency | Solidus (circa 301-750) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 6.12 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#153945 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Two people on a boat surrounded by legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
OAINO - NANO
ALEA
Translation:
[Gloria Romanorum]
[Glory of Rome]
Edge
Plain
Comment
This coin is said to be struck from the mid-4th to early-5th centuries. With the prototype for these coins struck in Alexandria mint, and with those types being first struck in 578, that is the most-likely beginning date for this entire type of AE struck by an Uncertain Germanic Tribe.The denominations of bronze coins that are unknown to numismatists are referred to as Æ (AE), followed by the coin's diameter. The Æ part simply means the coin is made of a base alloy, and because the diameter of these coins is never exactly as intended, different numbers can appear after the Æ for the same type.
The exact lettering of the surrounding legend may vary.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Gratian, who was a Western Roman Emperor, despite being issued by a Germanic tribe. This highlights the influence of Roman culture and politics on the tribes that were present in the region during that time.
