Constantius II; AE3 Rome; Securitas
Description:
Constantius II (Caesar: 317 - 337 AD). AE3, Rome mint. FL IVL CONSTANTIVS NOB C; laureate, draped and cuirassed bust right / SECVRITAS REIPVB; Securitas standing leaning on column; R Leaf S in ex.
Diameter:
AE15 mm
Weight:
1,06 g
Grade:
aVF/aVF
Attribution:
RIC VII 403
Commentary:
extremely rare; olive green patina, some deposits, slightly off-center
History:
At the age of 19 Constantius successfuly led a campaign against Persina in Armenia founding a new stronghold town and naming it Antinopolis - a proof that the lover and companion of Hadrian was still not forgotten 200 years later.
Article Number:
004-04-04-44757