Gratian (AD 367–383) Roman Empire AE3 Nummus NGC Ch XF

Gratian — Coinage of AD 367–383

This bronze AE3 Nummus was issued for Gratian during AD 367–383 and belongs to the coinage of Roman Empire.

Coin Details

• Ruler: Gratian
• Date: AD 367–383
• Empire/region: Roman Empire
• Denomination: AE3 Nummus
• Metal: Bronze
• NGC grade: Ch XF — Choice Extremely Fine (Sheldon scale equivalent 45)

Historical Context

Gratian became western emperor while still young and later ruled alongside his half-brother Valentinian II. His government faced military pressure along the frontiers and growing rivalry among senior commanders.

He strongly favored Nicene Christianity and reduced traditional imperial support for several pagan institutions. In AD 383, the usurper Magnus Maximus gained military backing, and Gratian was captured and killed.

What This Coin Tells Us

Ancient coins combined everyday monetary use with official communication. Portraits, titles and reverse types expressed authority, religious ideas, military success and the legitimacy of the ruling house.

As an archaeological and historical object, this coin offers a tangible connection to the people, institutions and economic life of its period. Individual examples naturally vary in strike, centering, wear, patina and surviving detail.

What You Will Receive

One NGC-encapsulated AE3 Nummus of the stated type and grade is supplied per purchase.

Stock-photo notice: The photographs are representative of the product offering. The coin supplied may differ from the pictured example in portrait style, reverse design, inscriptions, centering, toning, surface appearance and other individual characteristics while remaining within the stated coin type and any expressly stated grade.