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Roman Empire, Constantine II (CaesarAD 317-337), copper coin AE 3/4, Lyon mint, AD 333/4, obv. cuirassed bust r., rev. two soldiers with spears and two standards (RIC VII, p.139.263) , 1.83g. Found in Histon, Cambs.: CM.1718-2001

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Roman Empire, Constantine II (CaesarAD 317-337), copper coin AE 3/4, Lyon mint, AD 333/4, obv. cuirassed bust r., rev. two soldiers with spears and two standards (RIC VII, p.139.263) , 1.83g. Found in Histon, Cambs.

Maker(s)

Mint: Lyon
Ruler: Constantine II (337-40) (As Caesar)

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Roman Empire, Constantine II as Caesar (AD 317-37), copper coin AE 3/4, Lyon mint, AD 333/4, obv. cuirassed bust r., rev. two soldiers with spears and two standards (RIC VII, p.139.263) , 1.83g. Found in Histon, Cambs.

Notes

History note: Under Review

Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Given (2001-07-16) by Gaynor, Brian

Dating

333 - 334

Components of the work

Object composed of copper alloy Weight 1.83 g

Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.1718-2001
Primary reference Number: 264586
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Created: Friday 13 November 2020 Updated: Monday 25 March 2024 Last processed: Tuesday 13 May 2025

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Owner or interested party: The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department: Coins and Medals

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