
Constantine I. Contemporary Imitation. Possibly in the Balkans. Ca. AD 318-319 or later
Lot 3176 · Consigned by CoinsLegacy
Description
Constantine I. AD 307/310-337. Æ Follis (bronze, 2.05g, 17mm). Contemporary imitation. Uncertain mint, possibly in the Balkans. Struck circa AD 318-319 or later
Obv: Laureate, helmeted, and cuirassed bust right
Rev: Two Victories standing facing each other, holding an inscribed shield on altar
Ref: Cf. Sergeev 233-5 (for prototype)
Note: Contemporary imitations of Constantine I’s coinage were struck outside official mints, possibly in the Balkans, reflecting the widespread circulation and influence of imperial currency. Such pieces offer insight into unofficial monetary production and the adaptation of official Roman designs during the early 4th century AD.
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