This Roman coin dates from 353-354 AD, the reign of Emperor Constantius II. It depicts the brutal reality of these times. It shows a scene of battle, with a Roman soldier spearing a fallen horseman. This coin has a planchette error from the minting phase and is in mint state condition and shows nearly no wear (see photos).

Constantius II, 7 August 317 – 3 November 361) was Roman emperor from 337 to 361. His reign saw constant warfare on the borders against the Sasanian Empire and Germanic peoples, while internally the Roman Empire went through repeated civil wars, court intrigues, and usurpations. His religious policies inflamed domestic conflicts that would continue after his death.

The composition of the coin is bronze, and it belongs to the historical period of Roman Imperial (27 BC-476 AD). This ancient coin provides a glimpse into the art and history of the Roman Empire, and is a must-have for any collector of ancient coins.

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