Gratian AE2 Bronze (NGC Certified) — Assassinated Young Emperor
Authentic NGC-certified bronze AE2 from Gratian — Valentinian I's son shows early promise before assassination at 24 (AD 375–383).
Youthful Promise Design
• Obverse: Imperial regalia portrait — energetic young emperor
• Reverse: Victory / GLORIA ROMANORVM — military promise symbols
Technical Specifications
• Material: Bronze (AE2)
• Denomination: AE2 (larger late Roman bronze)
• Certification: NGC slabbed
• Reign: AD 375–383 (8-year rule)
• Age: Assassinated age 24
Tragic Imperial Essential
• Son of Valentinian I, nephew of Valens
• Early military successes + Christian reforms
• Murdered by Magnus Maximus rebellion
• Brief reign bridges Valentinian to Theodosius
Collector Masterpiece
Young emperor's larger bronze cut short by assassins. Gratian's lost promise essential.
Note: Coins shown are representative examples of grade/type, not actual specimens. For NGC grading standards, see NGC Grading page.
