This authentic and beautiful Roman coin dates back to the era of Emperor Constantius II, who ruled during the Imperial period from 353-354 AD. The coin depicts the image of the Emperor on one side, and the phrase "Fel Temp Reparatio" on the other. The gruesome depiction of a Roman Soldier spearing an enemy is on the reverse.

Constantius II was born in Illyricum in August AD 317, the son of Constantine the Great and Fausta, and was proclaimed Caesar in AD 323. In AD 337, at the death of his father Constantine, he acceded to the throne, together with his two brothers Constantine II and Constans. But this accession by the three brothers was tainted by the murder of their cousins Dalmatius and Hannibalianus, whom Constantine had also intended as joint heirs. These murders are believed to have been masterminded by Constantius II.

As emperor, Constantius promoted Arianism, banned pagan sacrifices, and issued laws against Jews. His military campaigns against Germanic tribes were successful: he defeated the Alamanni in 354 and campaigned across the Danube against the Quadi and Sarmatians in 357.

With its intricate design and stunning detail, this coin is a testament to the craftsmanship and artistry of the ancient Roman Empire.

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