Gratian - Gloria NOVI SAECVLI OF-III scarce (JUN2392))

Very interesting coin with unusual legends on both sides. This reverse type propagandizes that Gratian is destined to fulfill the Messianic prophecy of the Sybilline books, bringing in a golden era of justice and plenty
Bronze AE 3, RIC IX 15, VF, Arles mint, 2,38 g, 16 mm, 24 Aug 367 - 17 Nov 375 A.D.; obverse D N GRATIANVS AVGG AVG, pearl-diademed, draped and cuirassed bust right; reverse GLORIA NOVI SAECVLI (glorious new age), Emperor standing facing, head left, labarum (Chi-Rho standard) in right, resting left on shield, TCON in ex; scarce, good very fine