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ROMAN COIN
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Roman copper alloy commemorative nummus of Constantinopolis, issued by the House of Constantine (AD 317-364), struck at Lugdunum (Lyons) AD 330-340. Reece Period 17Obverse: Helmeted bust of Constantinopolis left, wearing imperial mantle and holding sceptreObverse inscription: [CONS]TANTINOP[OLIS]Reverse: Victory left on prow with sceptre and shield, symbol of Constantinople, New RomeReverse inscription: [...]Mint mark: -/-// PLGDie axis measurement: 6.00Dimensions: diameter: 17.28mm; weight: 1.67g.
| Artist / Maker | Anonymous, Constantinople |
|---|---|
| Date | 330 |
| Culture / Origin | Constantinople, United Kingdom |
| Department | Constantinople |
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