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ROMAN COIN — Anonymous, Constantinople

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Written by: Orhan ÖzdemirResearcher · Islamic & Ottoman Arts
Ottoman Art · Catalogue no. 289155
Anonymous, Constantinople

ROMAN COIN

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Fragment of a copper alloy contemporary copy of a nummus of the House of Constantine (AD 307-361), dating to c. AD 330-341 (Reece Period 17). Reverse prototype: Wolf and twins (VRBS ROMA). Obverse prototype: Helmeted bust left of Constantinople with sceptre on shoulder. This copy is an hybrid mixing both commemorative series for Rome and Constantinople.Dimensions: diameter: 9.85 mm; weight: 0.60g.

Artist / MakerAnonymous, Constantinople
Date330
Culture / OriginConstantinople, United Kingdom
DepartmentConstantinople
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