Licinius I; AE3 Thessalonica; Victory
Description:
Licinius I (308 - 324 AD). AE3, Thessalonica mint 318-319 AD. IMP LICINIVS AVG; laureate and cuirassed bust right / VICTORIA AVGG NN; Victory advancing left with palm branch and wreath, TS•A• in ex.
Diameter:
AE17 mm
Weight:
3,26 g
Grade:
gVF/VF
Attribution:
RIC VII 61
Commentary:
rare; olive-green patina with sand deposits, good details
History:
The decisive Battle of Adrianople fought between Licinius and Constantine in 324 AD, was one of the biggest in 4th century with 300,000 soldiers on both sides.
Article Number:
059-07-04-42384