Constantine I. AE Follis. Ticinum Mint, AD 318-319

Roman Imperial. Constantine I, AD 307/310-337. AE Follis (Bronze, 2.7G, 18mm), Ticinum Mint, AD 318-319.

Obv: IMP CONSTANTINVS MAX AVG; Cuirassed bust of Constantine I to right, wearing crested helmet

Rev: VICTORIAE LAETAE PRINC PERP / TT; Two victories holding shield inscribed VOT / PR over altar decorated with cross

Ref: RIC 86

Note: Scarce with cross on Altar and that attractive, aEF. This issue reflects a period of consolidation following Constantine the Great victories in the civil wars that ended the Tetrarchic system. This era was marked by the strengthening of sole imperial authority, military success, and the gradual transformation of the empire’s political and religious structure. It represents the emergence of a new imperial order that would lead to lasting stability and the foundation of the later Byzantine Empire.