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Maiorina - Gratianus GLORIA ROMANORVM; Nicomedia
| Bronze | 5.1 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Gratian (367-383) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 378-383 |
| Value | Nummus (1⁄7200) |
| Currency | Solidus, Reform of Constantine (AD 310/324 – 395) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 5.1 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#285704 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Gratian standing facing, head right, on ship, raising right hand, Victory seated at helm; wreath in left field.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
GLORIA ROMANORVM
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Translation: The glory of the Roman people
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the first Christian emperor, Gratian, who ruled the Roman Empire from 378 to 383 AD. The coin's design includes the inscription "GLORIA ROMANORVM" which means "Glory of the Romans" in Latin, indicating the shift in power and influence from the traditional Roman gods to the Christian faith. This coin is a significant artifact in the history of the Roman Empire and early Christianity.
