Constantine I; AE Quinarius, Londinium (?); Sol in quadriga facing
Description:
Constantine I (307 - 337 AD); AE Quinarius, Londinium (?) mint 314-316 AD. CONSTANTINVS P AVG; laureate, cuirassed bust left / SOLI INVICTO COMITI; Sol standing left in facing quadriga, raising right hand, left hand holding globe and whip.
Diameter:
AE16 mm
Weight:
1,42 g
Grade:
F/F
Attribution:
not in known references; cf. RIC VII 81 and 84 (Follis); cf. C&T 8.07.030 (Follis)
Commentary:
very rare, possibly unique; rough surfaces, chipping on the edges, recognizable details and partly legends
History:
This intriguing small coin with its size and weight match rather the quinarius than underweight follis.
Article Number:
005-09-08-45047