Constantine I; AE Half Follis, Treveri; Mars
Description:
Constantine I (306 - 337 AD). AE Half Follis Treveri mint 310-311 AD. CONSTANTINVS AVG; laureate and cuirassed bust right / MARTI CONSERV; Mars standing right, holding spear and shield; PTR in ex.
Diameter:
AE19 mm
Weight:
2,04 g
Grade:
aVF/aVF
Attribution:
RIC 897
Commentary:
scarce; olive green patina
History:
In the early years of his reign Mars was promoted as a patron deity of Constantine and was gradually replaced by Sol Invictus in the second decade of the 4th century.
Article Number:
006-05-05-44149