Coin: AE2 Follis with Head of Constantius II (obv) and Soldier (rev)

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Coin: AE2 Follis with Head of Constantius II (obv) and Soldier (rev)

Culture Roman

Issuing Authority Roman Emperor Constantius II

Title Coin: AE2 Follis with Head of Constantius II (obv) and Soldier (rev)

Date Ca. 351-354 CE

Medium Bronze

Dimensions Overall: 7/8 in. (2.2 cm)
Weight: 0.16 oz. (4.56 g)
Axis: 6:00

Credit Line Gift of Herbert Muller, Eskenazi Museum of Art, Indiana University

Accession Number 66.42.78

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Mint: Alexandria

Description:
Obverse: Draped and cuirassed bust of Constantius Gallus right. Δ behind bust; inscription around.
Reverse: Soldier striking with a spear and a second man to the side. Mintmark in exergue; inscription around.

Inscription:
Obverse: D N CONSTANTI-VS NOB CAES
Reverse: FEL TEMP RE-PARATIO; in exergue, ALEA

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