Constans; AE3 Alexandria; soldiers with standards
Description:
Constans as Caesar (333 - 337 AD). AE3, Alexandria mint 333-335 AD. FL IVL CONSTANS NOB C; laureate, draped and cuirassed bust right / GLORIA EXERCITVS; two soldiers, each holding spear and shield, two standards between them, SMALA in ex.
Diameter:
AE17 mm
Weight:
2,36 g
Grade:
EF/EF
Attribution:
RIC VII 61
Commentary:
ex Royal Dutch Mint; brown patina with golden hue, excellent details, minute flan crack
History:
In his early teens Constans became engaged to Olympias, a daughter of influential senator, and though the marriage never came to pass, Constans always cared for her and lived with her in his court.
Article Number:
049-04-07-41652