Preview
Creation Date
313–314
Geography
Minted in Lugdunum (Lyons, France)
Culture
Roman, Byzantine
Medium
Bronze
Dimensions
22 mm
0.14 oz. (3.92 g)
Credit Line
Bequest of David P. Harris ('46), 2020
Accession Number
2020.454.6
Condition
As of 10/31/2024: This coin has significant oxidation on both sides, resulting in patches of green, particularly around the bust on the obverse and in the upper half of the reverse. The inscription on the obverse is somewhat obscured with blurred letters from handling or wear, particularly on the left side of the bust. The features of the bust remain relatively discernible. The inscription on the reverse is slightly easier to read, with the upper left corner blurring into the coin's edge. Sol is fragmented and much of his torso and right side are no longer visible. The coin has an irregular chip in the right side.
Signatures, Inscriptions, and Markings
obverse: CONSTANTINVS P F AVG
reverse: SOLI INVIC-TO COMITI
below: PLG
References
Bruun, Patrick M. 1966. The Roman Imperial Coinage Vol. VII: Constantine and Licinius, A.D. 313-337. London: Spink and Sons, no.5, p.123
Description
The obverse of this follis depicts a right facing bust of Constantine I wcrowned by laurels and wearing a cuirass (short upper body armor.)
The reverse of this follis depicts Sol standing facing left, wearing a chlamys (short cloak) that drapes over his left shoulder. HIs right hand is raised and his left hand is holding a globe. There is an S in the left field.