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Maiorina - Valentinianus II REPARATIO REIPVB; Aquileia
| Bronze | 4.5 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Valentinian II (375-392) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 378-383 |
| Value | Maiorina (1⁄72) |
| Currency | Solidus, Reform of Constantine (AD 310/324 – 395) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 4.5 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#92079 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 80% |
Reverse
Emperor standing facing, head left, holding Victory on globe in left hand and raising kneeling, turreted woman
Script: Latin
Lettering:
REPARATIO REIPVB
SMAQS
Translation:
“Reparatio Reipublicae”
(Restoration of the Public Good)
Edge
Rough
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of the Roman emperor Valentinianus II on one side, while the other side bears the inscription "REPARATIO REIPVB," which translates to "Repair of the State." This suggests that the coin was issued during a time of economic or political turmoil, and the government was taking steps to address these issues. Additionally, the fact that the coin was made of bronze, a relatively inexpensive material, suggests that the empire was experiencing financial difficulties and was unable to produce coins made of more valuable metals like gold or silver.
