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Maiorina - Valentinianus II VIRTVS EXERCITI; Antioch
| Bronze | 5 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Valentinian II (375-392) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 375-392 |
| Value | Maiorina (1⁄72) |
| Currency | Solidus, Reform of Constantine (AD 310/324 – 395) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 5 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#304006 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Valentinian standing right, holding labarum in right and globe in left, foot on captive.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VIRTVS EXERCITI
Translation: "Bravery of the Army".
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of the Roman emperor Valentinianus II on one side, and the goddess Victory on the other. This coin was minted during a time of significant political and military change in the Roman Empire, and its design reflects the importance of military power and victory during that period.
