375–392AD Valentinian II Gold Solidus – gEF

Imperator Caesar Flavius Valentinianus Augustus

Birth

Valentinianus II was born in 371 AD into the esteemed family of Valentinian I, a distinguished Roman Emperor and his second wife, Empress Justina. His lineage secured his place within the empire’s political hierarchy. Following his father’s assassination, Valentinian was raised to the imperial office at the age of 4 by military commanders. He remained a junior partner to his older half-brother Gratian in ruling the Western empire, while the East was governed by his uncle Valens until 378 and Theodosius I from 379.

Reign

Amidst these challenges, Valentinian struggled to assert his authority. He faced pressure from rival factions vying for control within the empire, complicating his ability to govern effectively. Despite these challenges, Valentinian made efforts to consolidate power, yet his reign remained marked by political instability and internal strife.

Death

Tragically, in 392 AD, Valentinian was found dead in his residence under suspicious circumstances, likely a victim of assassination. His death marked the end of a tumultuous reign characterized by struggles for control and internal conflicts.

Valentinian life and reign reflect the intricate and often volatile political landscape of the declining Roman Empire, where power struggles and competing interests frequently shaped the fate of its rulers.

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