Ancient Roman Coin Emperor Gratian 367-375 AD GLORIA ROMANORVM Display Card Gift

This listing features an authentic ancient Roman bronze coin of Emperor Gratian, struck at the Siscia Mint (modern-day Croatia), approximately 367–375 AD.

Obverse: Draped and cuirassed bust of Emperor Gratian facing right, wearing a pearl diadem. Latin inscription: D N GRATIANVS P F AVG (Our Lord Gratian, Dutiful and Fortunate Augustus).

Reverse: GLORIA ROMANORVM (Glory of the Romans). The emperor advances right, holding a military standard and dragging a captive by the hair, symbolizing Roman military victory and imperial power.

A distinctive letter R appears in the right field, while the mintmark BSISC identifies the Siscia Mint and its second workshop.

Coin Details:

- Emperor: Gratian (367–383 AD)

- Date: Approximately 367–375 AD

- Mint: Siscia, Roman Empire

- Denomination: AE3 bronze

- Diameter: Approximately 17 mm

- Weight: Approximately 2 grams

- Mintmark: Apparently BSISC

- Field Mark: R (right field)

- Reference: RIC IX, Siscia 14c (attributed)

A Piece of Roman History

Gratian ruled during a transformative period of Roman history, marked by the growing influence of Christianity and increasing pressure along the empire's frontiers. The GLORIA ROMANORVM design reflects the military strength and authority that Roman emperors sought to project.

Condition: Genuine ancient coin showing circulation wear, surface roughness, and corrosion consistent with its age. Important details of the portrait, reverse design, and mintmark remain identifiable. Please examine the photographs carefully, as they show the actual coin you will receive.

An interesting historical artifact for collectors and enthusiasts of Ancient Rome.

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