Constantius II; AE2 Nicomedia; emperor with captives
Description:
Constantius II (324 - 361 AD). AE2 Nicomedia mint 348-350 AD. D N CONSTANTIVS P F AVG; pearl-diademed, draped and cuirassed bust left, holding globe / FEL TEMP REPARATIO; emperor stands left, labarum in right, left on shield, two bound captives before in pointed hats, star left, SMNΓ in ex.
Diameter:
AE21 mm
Weight:
4,62 g
Grade:
gVF/gVF
Attribution:
RIC VIII 71
Commentary:
dark grey-brown patina, excellent details, well centered
History:
In 351 AD Constantius II fought against the usurper Magnentius in the Battle of Mursa Major - one of the bloodiest battles in any Roman civil war, with losses over 50,000 on both sides.
Article Number:
051-02-02-41652