Gratian. Solidus; Gratian; 367-383 AD, Nicomedia, 367-375 AD, Solidus, 4.40g. RIC-14 (R2), mintmark 3; Depeyrot-18/4, p. 268 (4 spec. from officina M); C-28 (35 Fr.). Obv: D N GRATIA - NVS P F AVG Pearl-diademed, draped, cuirassed bust r., seen from front. Rx: PRINCIPIVM IVVENTVTIS around, SMNM in exergue, Emperor, nimbate, standing r. holding transverse spear and globe.Minor hairlines from emperor's chin to legend.
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