Nummus - Gratianus (SECVRITAS REIPVBLICAE; Thessalonica) (367-375) front Nummus - Gratianus (SECVRITAS REIPVBLICAE; Thessalonica) (367-375) back
Nummus - Gratianus (SECVRITAS REIPVBLICAE; Thessalonica) (367-375) photo
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Nummus - Gratianus SECVRITAS REIPVBLICAE; Thessalonica

 
Bronze 2.31 g 17 mm
Description
Issuer
Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD)
Emperor
Gratian (367-383)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
367-375
Value
Nummus (1⁄7200)
Currency
Solidus, Reform of Constantine (AD 310/324 – 395)
Composition
Bronze
Weight
2.31 g
Diameter
17 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#118900
Rarity index
85%

Reverse

Victory advancing left, holding wreath and palm

Script: Latin

Lettering:
SECVRITAS REIPVBLICAE
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A*
TES

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Nummus - Gratianus coin is that it features the image of a Roman Emperor, Gratian, who was only 16 years old when he ascended to the throne, making him one of the youngest rulers in Roman history.