Constantine I; AE3 Lugdunum; trophy with captives
Description:
Constantine I (307 - 337 AD). AE2, Lugdunum mint 320 AD. CONSTANTINVS AVG; helmeted, cuirassed bust right / VIRTVS EXERCIT; trophy with captives seated on either side, PLC in ex.
Diameter:
AE20 mm
Weight:
1,9 g
Grade:
aVF/aVF
Attribution:
RIC VII Lyons 102
Commentary:
very rare; dark olive-grey patina with some deposits
History:
Even after the dawn of imperial Christian era, the military motifs were dominant on the coinage - reflecting the strong dependence of the rules on the army.
Article Number:
059-09-05-42384