Constantius I; AE Radiate, Alexandria; emperor with Jupiter
Description:
Constantius I as Augustus (305 - 306 AD). AE post-reform radiate, Alexandria mint. IMP C CONSTANTIVS P F AVG; radiate and draped bust right / CONCORDIA MILITVM; Constantius, in military attire, standing right, holding short sceptre and receiving Victory on globe from Jupiter standing left, holding sceptre; A in field, ALE in ex.
Diameter:
AE22 mm
Weight:
2,68 g
Grade:
aVF/gVF
Attribution:
RIC VI 59a
Commentary:
scarce; nice brown patina, good details, well centered
History:
Constantius I was Augustus for just over a year and from the start of his reign tried to ensure the succession of his son Constantine.
Article Number:
057-04-06-42384