Constantine II, as Caesar, 316-337. Follis (Bronze, 19 mm, 2.79 g, 6 h), Rome, circa 320. CONSTANTINVS IVN NOB C Laureate, draped and cuirassed bust of Constantine II to right, seen from behind. Rev. VIRTV-S AVGG / P - R / R T Campgate with no doors and three turrets. RIC -. Extremely rare. Slightly rough and the reverse a bit weak, otherwise, about extremely fine.
From the collection of Dr. L. Ramskold, formed since 1969.
This extremely rare piece is one of three examples known for Constantinus Caesar with this bust type (B3), two of which are in the Ramskold Collection and offered here, both struck from the same obverse die (see lot 3055 above).
Price realized | 110 CHF |
Starting price | 50 CHF |