Constantius II
(337-361 A.D.) - AE3 1/2 Centenionalis -
16.83mm, 1.93gr |
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Obverse - DN CONSTAN-TIVS PF AVG Constantius, his pearl diademed and cuirassed bust right. M behind bust. |
Reverse - FEL TEMP-REPARATIO, CPLG in Exergue. Helmeted soldier advancing left, with shield on left arm, spearing falling horseman. Horseman is wearing a Phrygian helmet, turns to face soldier and extends left arm behind him, shield on ground at right. |
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Minted in Lugdunum (Lyon, France)
between 6 November 355 and spring 360 A.D. Reference: Kent, J.P.C., "Roman Imperial Coinage", Volume 8 (RIC), Lyons, p191, nr 197, obverse Cs1, bust D3 Sear, David R., "Roman Coins and their Values" (RCV 4th Revised Edition), p338, nr. 4010, variety Failmezger, V., "Roman Bronze Coins From Paganism To Christianity 294-364 A.D.", nr 464b2CS Carson, R.A.G., Hill, P.V., & Kent, J.P.C., "Late Roman Bronze Coinage", Part II, p50, .nr 259 Van Meter, D., "Handbook of Roman Imperial Coins", p300, nr 100 Quality: Fine |