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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Nummus - Gratian GLORIA ROMANORVM; Lugdunum
| Bronze | 1.5 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Valentinian I (364-375) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 367-375 |
| Value | Nummus (1⁄7200) |
| Currency | Solidus, Reform of Constantine (AD 310/324 – 395) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 1.5 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#47853 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 87% |
Reverse
Emperor dragging captive right, holding labarum topped with chi-rho; O-F-II across fields; LVGS in ex.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
GLORIA ROMANORVM
F II
O
LVGS
Unabridged legend: Gloria Romanorum
Translation: To the Glory of the Romans
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Nummus - Gratian coin is that it features the first Christian emperor, Gratian, who ruled the Roman Empire from 367 to 375 AD. The coin's design includes the inscription "GLORIA ROMANORVM" which means "Glory of the Romans," and "Lugdunum" which refers to the city of Lyon in modern-day France, where the coin was minted. This coin is a rare example of early Christian influence on Roman currency and highlights the significant historical and cultural shift that occurred during Gratian's reign.
