Delmatius; AE3 Arelate; soldiers with standard
Description:
Delmatius (335 - 337 AD). AE3, Arelate mint 336 AD. FL DELMATIVS NOB CAES; laureate, draped, cuirassed bust right / GLORIA EXERCITVS; two soldiers standing facing each other, each holding a spear and shield, one standard between them with chi-rho on banner, PCONST in ex.
Diameter:
AE15 mm
Weight:
2,02 g
Grade:
aVF/aVF
Attribution:
RIC VII Arles 398
Commentary:
rare; olive-green patina with some deposits, good details
History:
Delmatius, the son of Constantine's I half brother, was appointed Caesar in 335 AD - the only non-son of Constantine among his four Caesars.
Article Number:
057-04-07-42384