Western Roman – Constantine III, usurper (r. 407-411 AD) Silver Siliqua, Arles – Rare & Superb Portrait
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Description Western Roman Empire. Christian Period. Constantine III, usurper in Britain and Gaul (r. 407-411 AD) AR (Silver) siliqua. Mint of Arles; struck 408-411 AD. XF; a rare usurper issue from a tumultuous time in Roman history. A higher grade example with a portrait of unusually attractive style for the period. Design: Pearl-diademed, draped, and cuirassed bust of Constantine right / Roma seated left, holding Victory on globe and spear; mintmark KONT in exergue Reference: RIC X 1539. RSC 4e. Dimensions: 16 mm / 1.56 gm Condition: XF; thin flan crack. Light cabinet toning. Superb example of a rare issue from the twilight of Roman rule in Western Europe.
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