Nummus - Valentinian II (REPARATIO REIPVB, A in field, ●SMTES●; Thessalonica) (378-383) front Nummus - Valentinian II (REPARATIO REIPVB, A in field, ●SMTES●; Thessalonica) (378-383) back
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Nummus - Valentinian II REPARATIO REIPVB, A in field, ●SMTES●; Thessalonica

 
Bronze 5.1 g 25 mm
Description
Issuer
Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD)
Emperor
Valentinian II (375-392)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
378-383
Value
Nummus (1⁄7200)
Currency
Solidus, Reform of Constantine (AD 310/324 – 395)
Composition
Bronze
Weight
5.1 g
Diameter
25 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#410506
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Valentinian II, head left, standing facing, with right hand raising kneeling turreted woman, and holding Victory on globe in left.
Officina letter in right field.
Mintmark in exergue.

Script: Latin

Lettering: REPARATIO-REIPVB

Unabridged legend: Reparatio Reipublica.

Translation: Restoration of the Republic.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the emperor Valentinian II, who was only a child when he ascended to the throne and ruled under the guidance of his guardians. Despite his young age, he was able to make significant reforms to the Roman Empire's military and administrative systems.