Constans; AE3 Aquileia; soldiers with standard
Description:
Constans as Caesar (333 - 337 AD). AE3, Aquileia mint 336-337 AD. FL IVL CONSTANS IVN NC; laureate, draped and cuirassed bust left / GLORIA EXERCITVS; two soldiers standing facing, each holding a spear and shield, a single standard between them,
Diameter:
AE15 mm
Weight:
1,62 g
Grade:
aVF/aVF
Attribution:
cf. RIC VII Aquileia 141
Commentary:
very rare; dark grey patina, minor scratches
History:
Constans was killed by the supporters of the rebel Magnentius in the Pyrenean town of Castrum Helenae - named after his grandmother.
Article Number:
004-05-06-44147