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Solidus: CM.2045-2007

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Object information

Current Location: In storage

Maker(s)

Ruler: Gratian (367-83)
Mint: Thessalonica

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Measurements and weight

Image(height): 19.92 mm
Image(width): 20.38 mm

Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Given (2007-04-30) by Buttrey, T. V., Prof.

Dating

378 CE - 383 CE

Components of the work

Object composed of gold Weight 4.44 g

Inscription or legends present

Inscription present: Bust right, pearl-diademed, draped and cuirassed.

  • Text: DN GRATIA-NVS PF AVG
  • Location: Obverse
  • Type: Design

Inscription present: Two emperors seated facing, the one on the right holding mappa in left hand; the two together holding globe. Behind, a Victory with outspread wings; below, palm.

  • Text: VICTOR-IA AVGG
  • Location: Reverse
  • Type: Design

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Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.2045-2007
Primary reference Number: 185206
RIC: 180.34(a)
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Audit data

Created: Saturday 6 August 2011 Updated: Tuesday 15 August 2017 Last processed: Friday 8 December 2023

Associated departments & institutions

Owner or interested party: The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department: Coins and Medals

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