Crispus; AE3 Rome; Prince with spear and shield
Description:
Crispus as Caesar (317 - 326 AD). AE3, Rome mint 317-318 AD. CRISPVS NOBIL CAES; laureate and cuirassed bust to right / PRINCIPIA IVVENTVTIS; Crispus standing, to right, in military dress, holding spear and shield, wreath in left field;
Diameter:
AE21 mm
Weight:
2,78 g
Grade:
VF/VF
Attribution:
RIC VII 102
Commentary:
rare; chocolate brown patina, sharp detail, some area of flat strike
History:
Crispus was a very able general and contributed greatly to the defeat of Licinius, strengthening his position as a preferred successor of his father.
Article Number:
011-07-06-44149