Constantius Gallus; AE3 Aquileia; soldier spearing horseman
Description:
Constantius Gallus as Caesar (351 - 354 AD). AE3, Aquileia mint 352-354 AD. D N CONSTANTIVS IVN NOB C; bare-headed, draped and cuirassed bust right / FEL TEMP REPARATIO; helmeted soldier spearing fallen horseman, II in left field; AQS in ex.
Diameter:
AE17 mm
Weight:
2,36 g
Grade:
VF/aVF
Attribution:
RIC 209, LRBC 933
Commentary:
dark green patina, great portrait, ragged flan
History:
To control his young half-cousin, Constantius II married Constantius Gallus to his sister Constantina, who was already 43 years old.
Article Number:
004-06-01-44147