Commemorative Series; Arelate; Constantinopolis/Victory on prow
Description:
Commemorative Series, 330-354 AD. AE Follis, Arelate mint 330-331 AD. CONSTANTINOPOLIS; helmeted, laureate and mantled bust of Constantinopolis to left, holding scepter over her left shoulder / Victory standing front, head to left, placing her right foot on prow, holding scepter in her right hand and resting her left on shield, star in left field; PCONST in ex.
Diameter:
AE17 mm
Weight:
2,32 g
Grade:
gVF/XF
Attribution:
RIC VII Arles 352; Sear 16452
Commentary:
very rare; great detail, minute deposits on obverse
History:
The legend says that Constantine traced the fortifications line of the new city so far till it included seven hills of the area - a clear reference to the Old Rome.
Article Number:
005-07-03-45047