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Constantine I from Ticinum with SOL holding cross
« on: May 17, 2018, 01:34:13 PM »
Sol is not actually holding a cross, but because the globe is not so visible, it gives an illusion of Sol holding an equilateral cross. Otherwise nothing special, though it is in nice condition.

Constantine I
A.D. 314- 315
18x20mm    2.3gm
IMP CONSTANTINVS P F AVG; laureate and cuirassed bust right.
SOLI INVI-C-TO COMITI; Sol rad., stg. L., raising r. hand, globe in l., chlamys across l. shoulder; ✶ in right.
in ex. S•T
RIC VII Ticinum 21