Constantius II; AE2 Arles; soldier leading barbarian
Description:
Constantius II (337 - 361 AD). AE2, Arles mint. D N CONSTANTIVS P F AVG; pearl-diademed, draped and cuirassed bust left, holding globe in right / FEL TEMP REPARATIO; helmeted soldier, holding spear, leading barbarian from hut under tree, PARL in ex.
Diameter:
AE21 mm
Weight:
4,46 g
Grade:
VF/VF
Attribution:
RIC 108
Commentary:
rare mint for the type; olive patina with contrasting deposits, well centered, good details
History:
Constantius II had a great interest in matters of faith and spent a great deal of his reign calling church councils, in the result bankrupting the courier service.
Article Number:
020-10-01-41652