Constantine I; AE3 Ticinum; Victories with shield over altar
Description:
Constantine I (307 - 337 AD). AE3 Ticinum mint 318-319 AD. IMP CONSTANTINVS MAX AVG; helmeted, laureate and cuirassed bust right / VICTORIAE LAETAE PRINC PERP; two Victories holding shield inscribed VOT PR over altar decorated with cross; TT in ex.
Diameter:
AE16 mm
Weight:
2,78 g
Grade:
aVF/aVF
Attribution:
RIC VII Ticinum 86
Commentary:
scarce with cross; olive-grey patina, some roughness
History:
The city of Ticinum was renamed Papia (modern Pavia) by the Lombards in the 7th century AD.
Article Number:
005-05-05-45017