Coin: AE4 Follis with Bust of Constantius II (obv) and Battle Scene (rev)
| Issuing Authority | Roman Emperor Constantius II |
|---|---|
| Culture | Roman |
| Title | Coin: AE4 Follis with Bust of Constantius II (obv) and Battle Scene (rev) |
| Date | 351–355 |
| Medium | Bronze |
| Dimensions | Overall: 9/16 in. (1.5 cm) Weight: 0.09 oz. (2.41 g) Axis: 6:00 |
| Credit Line | Transfer from the Classical Studies Department, Eskenazi Museum of Art, Indiana University |
| Accession Number | 2000.342.118 |
| This artwork is currently off display. You may be able to see this artwork by filling out an art viewing room request. | |
Description:
Obverse: Pearl-diademed, draped, and cuirassed bust of Constantius II, facing right. Inscription around.
Reverse: Soldier standing left, spearing fallen horseman. Mark in left field, mintmark in exergue, inscription around.
Obverse: DN CONSTAN - T [IVS PF AVG].
Reverse: [FEL TEMP - R] E PARATIO; in left field, M; in exergue, ALEA
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"Coin: AE4 Follis with Bust of Constantius II (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=2000.342.118