Roman Imperial | Constantine I | AE3 | Commemorative | Cyzicus

Description: Constantine I | AE3 Constantinople Commemorative Reference: RIC VI 93 Date: 331-334 CE Obverse: CONSTANTINOPOLI: Bust of Constantinopolis, pearl-diademed, helmeted, wearing imperial cloak, left, holding reversed spear in right hand Reverse: Victory, winged, draped, standing left on prow, holding spear in right hand and shield in left hand. SMKΔ in exergue Mint: Cyzicus Size: 19.7 mm Weight: 2.40 grams COMMEMORATIVE OF CONSTANTINOPLE'S FOUNDING. Nice coin with Victory literally guiding the ship of state on the reverse-- a wonderful example of imperial propaganda. Part of a commemorative series honoring the old imperial capital, Rome, and the new imperial capital of New Rome (Constantine's original name for the city which would later be called Constantinople). Constantine invested huge resources in revamping and monumentally expanding the existing city of Byzantium on the Bosporus Straight. Constantinople would continue to be the seat of the Roman state until its final defeat at the hands of the Ottoman ruler Mehmet II in 1453 CE. Policies I apply the highest ethical standards in selling ancient coins. All coins are guaranteed to be genuine and any item found to be otherwise may be returned for a full refund. The most important thing is that you are happy with your new coin(s)! All coins are shipped in PVC-free, archival-grade coin flips and inserts made of acid-free paper Domestic (USA) shipping only If you purchase multiple items please message me before you pay and I will combine the shipping for you. I accept all returns within 30 calendar days upon receipt of the item. No explanation is required for the return, but it would be appreciated. Any item which has been altered from its original state may not be returned. Don't see what you're looking for? Just shoot me a message, I might have it but haven't gotten around to listing it!

Price: 29.99 USD

Location: Canton, Michigan

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