Constantine I; AE Follis, Siscia; Concordia
Description:
Constantine I (as Caesar 306-307 AD). AE Follis, Siscia mint 306-307 AD. FL VAL CONSTANTINVS NOB C; laureate head right / CONCORDIA IMPERII; Concordia standing left, modius on head, leaning on sceptre, VI in right field; SIS… in ex.
Diameter:
AE27 mm
Weight:
7.98 g
Grade:
aVF/gF
Attribution:
RIC VI Siscia 173c
Commentary:
rare; dark brown patina with some highlights
History:
As a punishment for invading Gaul in 306-7 AD, Constantine captured the Frankish kings and fed them to the beasts in the amphitheatre of Treveri.
Article Number:
001-04-04-44287