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Constantine I, AE Follis, Sarmatia Devicta, Victory with Captive, Lovely Patina
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Description
This type commemorates Constantine's victory over the Sarmatians - one of the few types of late Roman bronzes that refer to specific historical events. Note the beautiful glossy patina of mottled greens.Constantine I, AD 307-337.
AE Follis, 20mm, 3.0g, 12h; Sirmium mint, AD 324-5.
Obv.: CONSTANTINVS AVG; Laureate bust right.
Rev.: SARMATIA DEVICTA; Victory advancing right, carrying trophy and palm branch; captive seated right, head left, on ground at right // SIRM
Reference: RIC VII Sirmium 48