Valens AE3 Centenionalis. Siscia Mint, AD 364–367. VIRTVS EXERCITI
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Description
Roman Imperial, Valens, AD 364–378
AE3 Centenionalis. Siscia mint, 2nd officina, AD 364–367.
Obv: DN VALENS PF AVG, pearl-diademed, draped, cuirassed bust right.
Rev: VIRTVS EXERCITI, Emperor standing right, holding labarum with cross and resting on shield.
Exergue: BSISB
RIC IX Siscia 5b. [2.8 g 20 mm.
Good Very Fine. Lovely blue-green patina with smooth surfaces. Sharp portrait and full reverse details. Bold BSISB mint mark. No corrosion or cleaning damage.
Struck at Siscia early in Valens’ reign. The VIRTVS EXERCITI type emphasizes military valor, with Christian labarum symbol.