Valens (AD 364–378) Roman Empire AE3 Nummus NGC XF

Valens — Coinage of AD 364–378

This bronze AE3 Nummus was issued for Valens during AD 364–378 and belongs to the coinage of Roman Empire.

Coin Details

• Ruler: Valens
• Date: AD 364–378
• Empire/region: Roman Empire
• Denomination: AE3 Nummus
• Metal: Bronze
• NGC grade: XF — Extremely Fine (Sheldon scale equivalent 40)

Historical Context

Valens ruled the eastern Roman Empire from AD 364 while his brother Valentinian I governed the west. His reign included conflict with Persia, Gothic migration and disputes over Christian doctrine.

In AD 378, Valens confronted a Gothic army near Adrianople without waiting for western reinforcements. The Roman army suffered a catastrophic defeat, and Valens was killed in the battle.

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.