Maiorina - Gratianus (REPARATIO REIPVB; Aquileia) (378-383) front Maiorina - Gratianus (REPARATIO REIPVB; Aquileia) (378-383) back
Maiorina - Gratianus (REPARATIO REIPVB; Aquileia) (378-383) photo
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Maiorina - Gratianus REPARATIO REIPVB; Aquileia

 
Bronze 4.8 g 23.5 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
4.8 g
Diameter
23.5 mm
Thickness
1.8 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#110427
Rarity index
83%

Reverse

Emperor standing facing, head left, Victory on globe in left hand, right hand raising kneeling, turreted female.

Script: Latin

Lettering: REPARATIO REIPVB

Translation:
REPARATIO REIPVBlicae :
"Recovery of the State".

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.