Licinius I; AE Follis, Rome; three standards
Description:
Licinius I (308 - 324 AD). AE Follis, Rome mint 312-313 AD. IMP LICINIVS PF AVG; cuirassed and laureate bust right / SPQR OPTIMO PRINCIPI; three military standards with eagle-tipped standard in the middle, RQ in ex.
Diameter:
AE22 mm
Weight:
3,56 g
Grade:
aVF/aVF
Attribution:
C 165 (3f.); RIC 305c; MRK 132 /58-1
Commentary:
brown patina with green deposits, slightly off-center
History:
The decisive Battle of Adrianople fought between Licinius and Constantine in 324 AD, was one of the bigest in 4th century with 300,000 soldiers on both sides.
Article Number:
038-03-08-41652