Valentinian II; AE2 Siscia; emperor with kneeling woman
Description:
Valentinian II (375 - 392 AD). AE2, Siscia mint 378-383 AD. D N VALENTINIANVS IVN PF AVG; diademed, draped and cuirassed bust right / REPARATIO REIPVB; emperor standig facing, with right hand raising kneeling turreted woman, and holding Victory on globe, BSISC• in ex.
Diameter:
AE25 mm
Weight:
6,04 g
Grade:
aVF/aVF
Attribution:
RIC 26b
Commentary:
green patina with some deposits, well centered with good details
History:
Valentinian II was the best example of the drawbacks of hereditary succession established by Constantine I and leading to puppet emperors controlled by family or generals.
Article Number:
045-07-05-41652