NGC VF Roman AE3 Theodosius I the Great VERY FINE AD379-395 Theodosius the Great or Theodosius I was the last Roman emperor to rule the entire Empire before its was permanently split between the West and East, he was born in modern-day Spain ca. AD 346. He was chosen by Gratian to assume command of the army after the death of Emperor Valens at the hands of the Goths during the Battle of Adrianople. Theodosius I was elevated to Eastern Emperor in 379, and assumed control of the West as well after the death of Valentinian II in 392. The final three years of his reign were the last time a single Emperor would rule the entirety of the Roman Empire. Grade: ( VF ) Very Fine - Certified, Graded and Encapsulated by NGC You Will Receive the Same Type of Coin and Condition Shown , Certificate Number Will Vary As Stock Photos Are Used Free USPS Ground Advantage with Tracking and Insurance!