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Coin: AE2 Follis with Bust of Constantius Gallus (obv) and Battle Scene (rev)

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Issuing AuthorityRoman Emperor Constantius II
CultureRoman
TitleCoin: AE2 Follis with Bust of Constantius Gallus (obv) and Battle Scene (rev)
Date351–354
MediumBronze
DimensionsOverall: 7/8 in. (2.2 cm)
Weight: 0.15 oz. (4.24 g)
Axis: 12:00
Credit LineTransfer from the Classical Studies Department, Eskenazi Museum of Art, Indiana University
Accession Number2000.342.117
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Description:
Obverse: Draped and cuirassed bust of Constantius Gallus, facing right. Δ behind, inscription around.
Reverse: Soldier spearing a fallen horseman. Mintmark in exergue, inscription around.

Inscriptions:
Obverse: D N CONSTANT - IVS NOB CAES.
Reverse: [FEL TE]MP RE - PARATIO; in exergue, ALEA

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"Coin: AE2 Follis with Bust of Constantius Gallus (obv) and Battle Scene (rev) | Collections Online." Collections Online. Sidney and Lois Eskenazi Museum of Art, Indiana University, 2025. https://artmuseum.indiana.edu/collections-online/browse/object.php?number=2000.342.117