Constantine II; AE3 Arelate; soldiers with standards
Description:
Constantine II (Caesar 316 - 337 AD). AE3, Arelate mint 330-331 AD. CONSTANTINVS IVN NOB C; laureate and cuirassed bust right / GLORIA EXERCITVS; two soldiers facing each other, each holding spear and shield set on ground; two standards between them, star above; CONST in ex.
Diameter:
AE16 mm
Weight:
3,38 g
Grade:
VF/VF
Attribution:
RIC VII Arles 346; Sear 17321
Commentary:
rare; brown patina
History:
After executing his experienced son Crispus, Constantine pushed the military career of his now oldest son in the campaigns against the Alamanni and the Goths.
Article Number:
035-08-02-44388