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Obverse © igorstelli (CC BY-SA)
Nummus - Gratianus SECVRITAS REIPVBLICAE; Rome
| Bronze | 2.69 g | 16 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Gratian (367-383) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 375-378 |
| Value | Nummus (1⁄7200) |
| Currency | Solidus, Reform of Constantine (AD 310/324 – 395) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 2.69 g |
| Diameter | 16 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#295397 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 87% |
Reverse
Victory advancing left, holding wreath and palm.
Sometimes star in right field.
Script: Latin
Lettering: SECVRITAS-REIPVBLICAE
Translation: Security of the Republic
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Nummus - Gratianus coin is that it features the first Christian symbol, the Chi-Rho monogram, on its reverse side. This symbol, which combines the first two letters of the Greek word for Christ (Chi and Rho), was used by early Christians to secretly identify themselves and mark their places of worship during a time of persecution. Its inclusion on the coin reflects the growing influence of Christianity during the late Roman Empire.
