Description: Crispus (Caesar 316 - 326 AD). AE3, Arelate mint 325-326 AD. CRISPVS NOB CAES; laureate, draped, cuirassed bust left / VIRTVS CAESS; campgate, six rows, four turrets, star above, open doors; TA crescent RL in ex.

Diameter: AE20 mm

Weight: 2.56 g

Grade: VF/VF

Attribution: RIC VII Arles 292; Sear 16833

Commentary: rare; grey-brown patina with contrasting deposits

History: Despite the name the coins most probably depict not a camp but a watch tower or fortress with the "turrets" which actually may have been signal beacons.

Article Number: 018-01-04-44287