Lot 39: A Collection of Roman Imperial Bronze Nummi Constantinian Dynasty 4th Century AD
A collection of Roman Imperial bronze coins dating to the 4th Century AD, primarily representing the Constantinian dynasty. The obverses feature laureate or diademed profile portraits of emperors facing right. Legible legends include CONSTAN – TINVS MAX AVG and CONSTANTINVS AVG. The reverses display common military motifs of the era, specifically the GLORIA EXERCITVS type featuring two soldiers flanking standards. Another specimen depicts a seated figure, identified as Victory or Roma. One coin displays the mint mark PLC in the exergue, identifying production at the Lugdunum mint. The coins are struck in bronze or billon.
Condition report:
Condition ranges from fair to very fine. Several examples exhibit sharp legends and detailed portraiture with stable dark brown to black patinas. One central specimen shows significant surface pitting, corrosion, and a lighter reddish-brown colour. No significant edge damage or intrusive cleaning marks are noted beyond natural archaeological wear.
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