Maiorina - Gratian (REPARATIO REIPVB; Arelate) (378-383) front Maiorina - Gratian (REPARATIO REIPVB; Arelate) (378-383) back
Maiorina - Gratian (REPARATIO REIPVB; Arelate) (378-383) photo
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Maiorina - Gratian REPARATIO REIPVB; Arelate

 
Bronze 5.04 g 22 mm
Description
Issuer
Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD)
Emperor
Gratian (367-383)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
378-383
Value
Maiorina (1⁄72)
Currency
Solidus, Reform of Constantine (AD 310/324 – 395)
Composition
Bronze
Weight
5.04 g
Diameter
22 mm
Thickness
1.7 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#81961
Rarity index
74%

Reverse

Gratian standing front, head left, holding Victory on globe laureating Gratian; and raising kneeling female on left.

Script: Latin

Lettering: REPARATIO - REI PVB

Unabridged legend: Reparatio reipvblica

Translation: Republic restorer

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the image of Emperor Gratian, who was only 16 years old when he ascended to the throne, making him one of the youngest Roman emperors in history.