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Historical Context:  This coin was minted by the ROMAN EMPIRE during the reign of MAXIMINUS (235-238 AD). Maximinus was born a Thracian peasant and was a herdsman before joining the army of Septimus Severus.  Due to his enormous physical size and military skills, he rose through the ranks quickly.  He obtain governorship of Mesopotamia during Alexander Severus' Persian Wars.  He was in charge of training Pannonian troops for an invasion of Germany when he organized a revolt against Severus Alexander.  He finally die at the hands of his ownmens after failing to seize Aquileia from Senatorial rebels. 

Obv:  Maximinus
Rev:  Victory
Diameter:  31 mm diameter (about the size of a US $.50)
Condition:  Fine plus (Much better than photo shows)

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Obv:  Maximinus
Rev:  Pax, Roman "Peace," holding branch
Diameter:  32 mm diameter (about the size of a US $.50)
Condition:  Fine plus (Much better than photo shows)

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Obv:  Maximinus
Rev:  Him between Two Military Standards
Diameter:  18 mm diameter (about the size of a US Dime)
Condition:  about Very Fine

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Obv:  Maximinus
Rev:  Salus Seated
Diameter:  29 mm diameter (almost the size of a US $.50)
Condition:  Fine plus (Much better than photo shows)

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Historical Context:  This coin was minted by the ROMAN EMPIRE during the reign of PUPIENUS (238 AD). Pupienus was of humble origin and rose through the ranks of the Army and gained admission to the Senate.  He serve as Consel twice, as Governor in Gaul and Perfect in Rome.  When Maximinus troops failed to capture the city of Aquileira, the murdered the tyrant and pledged loyalty to the senate and its elected officials.  Upon thier return to Rome, pupienus tried to instead greater discipline in the trroops.  The Praetorian Guard kidnapped him and murdered him in July 238.

Obv:  Pupienus
Rev:  Felicitas holding Caduceus and Staff
Diameter:  19 mm diameter (about the size of a US Penny - Big for issue)
Condition:  Very Fine plus/Fine, Ancient edge chip

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Historical Context:  This coin was minted by the ROMAN EMPIRE during the reign of GORDIAN III (238-244 AD). Gordian III was the grandson of Gordian I. He became known as "The Boy Emperor." In a political move, he was given the title of Caesar by the joint emperors Balbinus and Pupienus at age 13 years. Upon their deaths he was raised to the rank of emperor (Augustus). Little is known about his reign. There was a rebellion in Africa, promptly suppressed, in 240 AD. He is believed to be generally successful. Gordian was deposed and murdered near Circesium in Mesopotamia apparently a plot by his successor, Philip I ("The Arab"). 

Obv:  Gordian III
Rev:  Aequitas (Roman Equity") !!
Diameter:  31 mm diameter (about the size of a US $.50 - BIG for this issue)
Condition:  Very Fine/about Fine

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Historical Context:  This coin was minted by the ROMAN EMPIRE during the reign of GORDIAN III (238-244 AD). Gordian III was the grandson of Gordian I. He became known as "The Boy Emperor." In a political move, he was given the title of Caesar by the joint emperors Balbinus and Pupienus at age 13 years. Upon their deaths he was raised to the rank of emperor (Augustus). Little is known about his reign. There was a rebellion in Africa, promptly suppressed, in 240 AD. He is believed to be generally successful. Gordian was deposed and murdered near Circesium in Mesopotamia apparently a plot by his successor, Philip I ("The Arab"). 

Obv:  Gordian III
Rev:  Sol, Roman Sub God
Diameter:  30 mm diameter (about the size of a US $.50 - BIG for this issue)
Condition:  Very Fine/Fine plus - Great Contrasting patina

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Obv:  Gordian III
Rev:  Sol, Roman Sun God
Diameter:  20 mm diameter (almost the size of a US Nickel)
Condition:  Very Fine

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Obv:  Gordian III
Rev:  Sol, Roman Sun God
Diameter:  22 mm diameter (almost the size of a US Quarter)
Condition:  Very Fine, Retoned

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Elephant Reverse....

Historical Context:  This coin was minted by the ROMAN EMPIRE during the reign of PHILIP I A.D. 244-249 in CELEBRATION of the 1000th anniversary (Millennium). M. Julius Philippus, a native of Arabia, was appointed to the post of praetorian prefect by Gordian III. He is thought to have brought about the murder Gordian III. The chief event of his reign was the celebration, in 248, of the thousandth anniversary of the foundation of Rome. In a later battle, he was defeated and killed together with his son at Verona.. 

Obv:  Philip I, The Arab
Rev:  Elephant Walking with Rider, Celebrates the First Millennium of Rome !!!
Diameter:  22 mm diameter (almost the size of a US Quarter)
Condition:  Extra Fine, copper spot on obverse

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Commemorates the Column Dedicated in Honors of the Games to Celebrate the First Millennium

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Obv:  Philip I, The Arab
Rev:  Inscribed Column
Diameter:  22 mm diameter (almost the size of a US Quarter)
Condition:  Extra Fine

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Obv:  Philip I, The Arab
Rev:  Spes, Roman Personification of Hope
Diameter:  22 mm diameter (almost the size of a US Quarter)
Condition:  about Very Fine

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Obv:  Philip I, The Arab
Rev:  Salus, Roman Goddess of Health (Typical indicates that the Emperor survived an Illness)
Diameter:  33 mm diameter (almost the size of a US Silver Dollar and thicker)
Condition:  Fine

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Obv:  Philip I, The Arab
Rev:  Fides, Signifying the Faithfulness of the Military 
Diameter:  29 mm diameter (about diameter of a US $.50 and twice as thick)
Condition:  Fine plus

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Obv:  Philip I, The Arab
Rev:  Aequitas, Roman Personification of Equity 
Diameter:  30 mm diameter (about diameter of a US $.50 and twice as thick)
Condition:  Fine plus

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Obv:  Philip I, The Arab
Rev:  Victory placing Wreath 
Diameter:  27 mm diameter (almost diameter of a US $.50 and thicker)
Condition:  Fine plus

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Historical Context:  This coin was minted by the ROMAN EMPIRE during the reign of TRAJAN DECIUS A.D. 249 - 251.  C. Messius Quintus Traianus Decius attained senatorial rank early in his career and was governor of Lower Moesia from 234-8. His reign was spent in fighting the barbarians on the Northern frontier and the Goths. The reign of Decius is best known for his rigorous persecution of the Christians. In 251, he was lured into a swampy area by Kniva, King of the Goths, and was ambushed and killed with his son Etruscus.

Obv:  Trajan Decius
Rev:  Genius of the Illyrian Army holding Standard and Cornucopia 
Diameter:  22 mm diameter (almost the size of a US Quarter)
Condition:  Very Fine, Great Surfaces

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Obv:  Trajan Decius
Rev:  Genius of the Illyrian Army holding Standard and Cornucopia 
Diameter:  22 mm diameter (almost the size of a US Quarter)
Condition:  Very Fine, Great Surfaces

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Historical Context:  P. Licinius Egnatius Gallienus, son of Valerian, was made co-emperor in 253 AD soon after his father elevation.  After the capture of Valerian by the Persians, Gallienus became a ruler of the whole empire subject not only to fierce barbarian attacks, but rent by internal revolts, famine and plagues.  Gallienus was murdered at the siege of Milan .

Obv:  Gallienius
Rev:  Felicitas standing
Diameter:  18 mm diameter (almost the size of a US Dime)
Condition:  Very Fine

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Historical Context:  P. Licinius Egnatius Gallienus, son of Valerian, was made co-emperor in 253 AD soon after his father elevation.  After the capture of Valerian by the Persians, Gallienus became a ruler of the whole empire subject not only to fierce barbarian attacks, but rent by internal revolts, famine and plagues.  Gallienus was murdered at the siege of Milan .

Obv:  Gallienius
Rev:  Mars holding shield
Diameter:  19 mm diameter (almost the size of a US Penny)
Condition:  Very Fine

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Historical Context:  Herennius Etruscus was the son of Trajan Decius and Herennia Etruscilla.  He was appointed caesar in the spring of 250 AD and was given the assignment to go to the Danubian front and take coordinate the defenses against the Goths.  He was raised to the rank of co-Augustus in May of 251 AD after the second defeat of the Goths.  He was killed in battle with his father in June 251 AD.

Obv:  Herennius Etruscus
Rev:  PRIESTLY IMPLEMENTS, refering to Herennius' assention to the Priesthood.   
Diameter:  22 mm diameter (almost the size of a US Quarter)
Condition:  Very Fine

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#7848: AR Antoninianus - 252 AD, 
Volusian - Son of Gallus 

Historical Context:  This coin was minted by the ROMAN EMPIRE around 251 to 253 AD during the reign of VOLUSIAN as Augustus.    

Obv:  Volusian
Rev:  Pax, Roman personification of "Peace"  
Diameter:  21 mm diameter (little larger than a US Nickel)
Condition:  Very Fine/Fine

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#9507: AR Antoninianus - 252 AD, 
Volusian - Son of Gallus 

Historical Context:  This coin was minted by the ROMAN EMPIRE around 251 to 253 AD during the reign of VOLUSIAN as Augustus.    

Obv:  Volusian
Rev:  Concordia, Roman personification of "Agreement"  
Diameter:  21 mm diameter (little larger than a US Nickel)
Condition:  Very Fine

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#8547: AR Antoninianus - 252 AD, 
Volusian - Son of Gallus as HIGH PRIEST

Historical Context:  This coin was minted by the ROMAN EMPIRE around 251 to 253 AD during the reign of VOLUSIAN as Augustus.    

Obv:  Volusian
Rev:  Volusion sacrificing over a tripod  
Diameter:  21 mm diameter (little larger than a US Nickel)
Condition:  Very Fine

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Historical Context:  This coin was minted by the ROMAN EMPIRE during the reign of Trebonianus Gallus (251-253 AD): Served as Senator and Consul prior to his ascending to the throne. He negoitated an unfavorable peace and marched to Rome for Senate confirmation. He raised his son, Volusion, to the rank of Caesar. In 253 AD, the Danubian legions marched on Rome, Gallus’ forces were grossly outnumbered and they mutinied against him on the eve of the battle. They killed him and Volusion.

Obv:  Trebonianus Gallus
Rev:  ANNONA, Goddess of the WHEAT HARVEST 
Diameter:  21 mm diameter (little larger than a US Nickel)
Condition:  about Very Fine

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Historical Context:  This coin was minted by the ROMAN EMPIRE during the reign of POSTUMUS (259 - 268 AD). M. Cassianius Latinius Postumus, man of humble origin, Postumus was appointed commander under Valerian. He rebelled against Gallienus, and ruled Gaul, Spain and Britain firmly and wisely for almost a decade. The refusal of Postumus to allow his troops to sack Moguntiacum (Mainz) led to his own assassination.

Obv:  Postumus
Rev:  Hercules standing holding Club
Diameter:  22 mm diameter (almost the size of a US Quarter)
Condition:  Very Fine/Fine

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Historical Context:  This coin was minted by the ROMAN EMPIRE during the reign of VICTORINUS 265 – 270 AD.  M. Piorvonius Victorinus. Was a general and administrator serving as Consul under Postumus. Following the death of Postumus, Victorinus was hailed emperor. Hois forces moved against Marius resulting in the capture of Cologne and eventually the remainder of the Gallic Empire. He was murdered by an official whose wife he had seduced.

Obv:  Victorinus
Rev:  PROVIDENTIA (Roman Personification of FORESIGHT) 
Diameter:  18 mm diameter (about the size of a US Penny)
Condition:  VeryFine

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Obv:  Aurelian
Rev:  SOL, Roman GOD of the SUN, with CAPTIVES at his feet
Diameter:  21 mm diameter (about the size of a US Nickel)
Condition:  Very Fine plus

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Obv:  Aurelian
Rev:  SOL, Roman GOD of the SUN, with CAPTIVES at his feet
Diameter:  21 mm diameter (about the size of a US Nickel)
Condition:  Very Fine (Much nicer than picture)

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Obv:  Aurelian
Rev:  Concordia Greeting Him (Indicates support by the Military)
Diameter:  21 mm diameter (about the size of a US Nickel)
Condition:  about Very Fine

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Obv:  Tacitus in Radiate Crown
Rev:  Him receiving Wreath from Victory
Diameter:  21 mm diameter (little larger than a US Nickel)
Condition:  Fine

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Historical Context:  This coin was minted by the ROMAN EMPIRE during the reign of PROBUS (276 - 282 AD). Probus gained rapid promotion in the army, by the reign of Aurelian, he had become one of the leading generals. Soon after the death of Tacitus he was proclaimed emperor. He initiated a series of civics work using the soldiers. The soldiers resented this perceiving it as a delgation of power and in the autumn of 282 he was murdered by a band of mutinous soldiers.

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Obv:  Probus in Radiate Helmet
Rev:  Providentia, Roman Personification of Foresight
Diameter:  21 mm diameter (little larger than a US Nickel)
Condition:  Very Fine

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Obv:  Probus in Radiate Crown
Rev:  Pax, Roman personification of "Peace"
Diameter:  21 mm diameter (little larger than a US Nickel)
Condition:  Very Fine

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Obv:  Probus in Radiate Crown
Rev:  Pax, Roman personification of "Peace"
Diameter:  21 mm diameter (little larger than a US Nickel)
Condition:  Fine

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Obv:  Probus in Radiate Crown
Rev:  Fides holding Military Standards (Ref: Faithfulness of the Military)
Diameter:  21 mm diameter (little larger than a US Nickel)
Condition:  Very Fine

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Obv:  Probus in Radiate Crown
Rev:  Him on Horseback running down Enemy Soldier
Diameter:  21 mm diameter (little larger than a US Nickel)
Condition:  about Very Fine

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Obv:  Probus in Radiate Crown
Rev:  Him on Horseback running down Enemy Soldier
Diameter:  21 mm diameter (little larger than a US Nickel)
Condition:  about Very Fine

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Obv:  Probus in Radiate Helmet
Rev:  Him on Horseback running down Enemy Soldier
Diameter:  21 mm diameter (little larger than a US Nickel)
Condition:  Very Fine

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Obv:  Carus in Radiate Crown
Rev:  Spes hitching Skirt, Roman "Hope"
Diameter:  21 mm diameter (little larger than a US Nickel)
Condition:  Fine

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Obv:  Carinus in Radiate Crown
Rev:  Him holding Sceptor, Military Legendary Standards behind
Diameter:  21 mm diameter (little larger than a US Nickel)
Condition:  Very Fine, some encrustations

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Historical Context:  This coin was minted by the ROMAN EMPIRE during the reign of MAXIMIANUS (286 - 305 AD).  Aurelius Valerius Maximianus. Emperor 286-305. Born in Pannonia of humble origin. He was associated with the emperor Diocletian. He supported his son, Maxentius, who had claimed the throne in opposition to Galerius and Constantius. Constantine ordered him to end his own life.

Obv:  Maximianus
Rev:  GENIUS standing holding a CORNUCOPIA
Diameter:  28 mm diameter (almost the size of a US $.50)
Condition:  Very Fine plus

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Historical Context:  This coin was minted by the ROMAN EMPIRE during the reign of MAXIMIANUS (286 - 305 AD).  Aurelius Valerius Maximianus. Emperor 286-305. Born in Pannonia of humble origin. He was associated with the emperor Diocletian. He supported his son, Maxentius, who had claimed the throne in opposition to Galerius and Constantius. Constantine ordered him to end his own life.

Obv:  Maximianus
Rev:  GENIUS standing holding a CORNUCOPIA
Diameter:  28 mm diameter (almost the size of a US $.50)
Condition:  Very Fine plus

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Obv:  Maximianus
Rev:  Ceres, Roman Goddess of the Grain harvest
Diameter:  29 mm diameter (almost the size of a US $.50)
Condition:  Very Fine

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Historical Context:  This coin was minted by the ROMAN EMPIRE during the reign of DIOCLETIAN A.D. 284 - 305.  Caius Aurelius Valerius Diocletianus. Held commands under Probus, Aurelian and Carus. Was proclaimed emperor at the death of Numerian. With Galerius and Constantius Chlorus viciously persecuted the Christians. One of his lastly impacts on the empire was the refoming of the coin standards. He abdicated in 305 and lived out his life in retirement. He was 68 at his death.

Obv:  Diocletian
Rev:  GENIUS standing holding a CORNUCOPIA
Diameter:  28 mm diameter (almost the size of a US $.50)
Condition:  Very Fine plus

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Historical Context:  This coin was minted by the ROMAN EMPIRE during the reign of DIOCLETIAN A.D. 284 - 305.  Caius Aurelius Valerius Diocletianus. Held commands under Probus, Aurelian and Carus. Was proclaimed emperor at the death of Numerian. With Galerius and Constantius Chlorus viciously persecuted the Christians. One of his lastly impacts on the empire was the refoming of the coin standards. He abdicated in 305 and lived out his life in retirement. He was 68 at his death.

Obv:  Diocletian
Rev:  GENIUS standing holding a CORNUCOPIA
Diameter:  30 mm diameter (almost the size of a US $.50)
Condition:  Very Fine plus

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Historical Context:  This coin was minted by the ROMAN EMPIRE during the reign of LICINIUS (308 - 324 AD).  Licinius was given the rank of Augustus of the West by Galerius.  He married a half-sister of Constantine the Great and had a son, Licinius II.  He and Constantine the Great issued the edict of Milan recognizing Christianity.  Maximinus attacked him and was defeated.  Following that victory, they ruled jointly for a decade.  However, they eventually clashed, Constantine prevailed and Licinius was slain at age 55.

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Obv:  Licinus
Rev:  Jupiter holding Sarapis' Head (Sarapis was an Egyptian) in his hand, Eagle at his feet
Diameter:  21 mm diameter (almost the size of a US Quarter)
Condition:  Very Fine

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Obv:  Licinus
Rev:  Jupiter holding Victory (Angel-like entity) in his hand, Eagle at his feet
Diameter:  22 mm diameter (almost the size of a US Quarter)
Condition:  Very Fine plus

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Obv:  Licinus
Rev:  Jupiter holding Victory (Angel-like entity) in his hand, Eagle at his feet
Diameter:  22 mm diameter (almost the size of a US Quarter)
Condition:  Very Fine plus

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Obv:  Licinus
Rev:  Jupiter holding Victory (Angel-like entity) in his hand, Eagle at his feet
Diameter:  22 mm diameter (almost the size of a US Quarter)
Condition:  Very Fine plus

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Obv:  Licinus
Rev:  Jupiter holding Victory (Angel-like entity) in his hand, Eagle at his feet
Diameter:  22 mm diameter (almost the size of a US Quarter)
Condition:  Very Fine plus

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Obv:  Licinus
Rev:  Jupiter holding Victory (Angel-like entity) in his hand, Eagle at his feet
Diameter:  22 mm diameter (almost the size of a US Quarter)
Condition:  Very Fine plus

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Obv:  Licinus
Rev:  Jupiter holding Victory (Angel-like entity) in his hand, Eagle at his feet
Diameter:  22 mm diameter (almost the size of a US Quarter)
Condition:  Very Fine plus

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Historical Context:  This coin was minted by the ROMAN EMPIRE during the reign of CONSTANTIUS I (293-306 AD): He was an aristocrat and a successful military commander, serving as Praetorian Praefect. He was elevated to Caeser under Maximian in 293 AD. In order to insure a stronger bond between him and Maximian, he was required to divorce his first wife, Helena, and marry Maximian’s step-daughter. Helena was the Mother of Constantine the Great, whom later became emperor.

Obv:  Constantius I
Rev:  AEQUITAS (Roman Personnification of EQUITY).  This is typical of Roman use of coins for STATE PROPAGANDA. This was probably meant to communicate to the Roman People the Fairness of their rule!!
Diameter:  29 mm (almost the size of a US $.50)
Condition:  almost Very Fine

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Obv:  Constantius I
Rev:  GENIUS, Representing the Roman People, pouring Libations and holding Cornucopia.  This is typical of Roman use of coins for STATE PROPAGANDA. This was probably meant to communicate to the Roman People that they are doing well!!
Diameter:  29 mm (almost the size of a US $.50)
Condition:  almost Very Fine

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Historical Context:  This coin was minted by the ROMAN EMPIRE during the reign of CONSTANTINE the Great^t, 307-337: By the Edict of Milan he recognized Christianity, the first Roman emperor to do so. He attributed a great victory to a Christian symbol seen during battle, which facilitated his conversion to Christianity. Constatine is notable for selecting the first Pope to be placed in the Vatican and his mother, Helena, became one of the earliest Saints (St. Helen).

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Obv:  Constantine the Great
Rev:  Sol, Roman Sun God
Diameter:  20 mm diameter (about the size of a US Nickel)
Condition:  Very Fine plus

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Obv:  Constantine the Great in Helmet (Great Detail on Helmet !!)
Rev:  Beta Tranquilla Altar
Diameter:  17 mm diameter (about the size of a US Dime)
Condition:  Very Fine

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Obv:  Constantine the Great 
Rev:  Military Campgate
Diameter:  18 mm diameter (about the size of a US Dime)
Condition:  about Very Fine

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Obv:  Constantine the Great 
Rev:  Military Campgate
Diameter:  18 mm diameter (about the size of a US Dime)
Condition:  Fine

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Obv:  Constantine the Great 
Rev:  Victory Wreath, Commemorates Military Victory
Diameter:  18 mm diameter (about the size of a US Dime)
Condition:  Fine

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Obv:  Constantine the Great (in Death Veil)
Rev:  Him Standing
Diameter:  14 mm diameter (about 4/5ths the size of a US Dime)
Condition:  Very Fine (Both sides are the same color - had photo exposure problem)

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Obv:  Helmeted Bust of Constaninopolis (Constantine's Face)
Rev:  VICTORY (Angel) on the Prow of a Ship
Diameter:  16 mm (almost the size of a US Dime)
Condition:  Very Fine plus

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Obv:  Helmeted Bust of Constaninopolis (Constantine's Face)
Rev:  VICTORY (Angel) on the Prow of a Ship
Diameter:  16 mm (almost the size of a US Dime)
Condition:  Very Fine plus

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Historical Context:  This coin was minted by the ROMAN EMPIRE around 330 AD. The obverse (front) of this coin is ROMA, patron goddess of Rome. The reverse is the "She Wolf" and twins. According to legend, Rome was founded in 753 BC by twin brothers, Romulus and Remus. They were said to have been the off-spring of the god Mars and Rhea Silvia. Upon birth they were abandoned in a Reed Boat on the Tiber river. The She-Wolf found the abandoned boys as raised them. The reverse scene is the She-Wolf suckling the boys. Later, the twin boys fought over whose name would be used for the city. Remus was killed and the new city, Roma, was named after Romulus.

Obv:  Helmeted Bust of Roma
Rev:  She-Wolf and Twins
Diameter:  17 mm diameter (about the size of a US Penny)
Condition:  Very Fine plus, some light corrosion

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Obv:  Helmeted Bust of Roma
Rev:  She-Wolf and Twins
Diameter:  18 mm diameter (about the size of a US Penny)
Condition:  Fine plus

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Obv:  Helmeted Bust of Roma
Rev:  Two Soldiers holding Standards
Diameter:  16 mm diameter (about the size of a US Dime)
Condition:  Fine/Fine plus

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Historical Context:  This coin was minted by the ROMAN EMPIRE during the reign of Constantius II (337-361 AD). Constantius, the second son of Constantine I and Fausta, was given the rank of Caesar in 324, soon after the defeat of Licinius. On the division of the Empire he received all the eastern territories from Asia Minor to Cyrenaica, and 2 years later he acquired Thrace. In 360 his cousin Julian had been proclaimed Augustus at Paris by his troops. When Constantius set out Paris, he was attacked by fever and died.

Obv:  Constantius II
Rev:  Emperor spearing a Fallen Horseman (Persian horseman)
Diameter:  21 mm diameter (about the size of a US Nickel)
Condition:  Fine

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Obv:  Constantius II
Rev:  Emperor spearing a Fallen Horseman (Persian horseman)
Diameter:  23 mm diameter (about the size of a US Quarter)
Condition:  Fine

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Obv:  Constantius II
Rev:  Emperor spearing a Fallen Horseman (Persian horseman)
Diameter:  23 mm diameter (about the size of a US Quarter)
Condition:  Fine, some Flat Spots

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Historical Context:  See above "Historical Context"

Obv:  Constantius II
Rev:  Emperor spearing a Fallen Horseman (Persian horseman)
Diameter:  17 mm diameter (about the size of a US Dime)
Condition:  about Very Fine

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Obv:  Constantius II
Rev:  Emperor spearing a Fallen Horseman (Persian horseman)
Diameter:  23 mm diameter (about the size of a US Quarter)
Condition:  Very Fine

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Historical Context:  See above "Historical Context"

Obv:  Constantius II
Rev:  Two Soldiers
Diameter:  17 mm diameter (about the size of a US Dime)
Condition:  Very Fine

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Historical Context:  See above "Historical Context"

Obv:  Constantius II
Rev:  Two Soldiers
Diameter:  15 mm diameter (slightly smaller than a US Dime)
Condition:  Very Fine

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Historical Context:  See above "Historical Context"

Obv:  Constantius II
Rev:  Votive Wreath
Diameter:  14 mm diameter (4/5ths the size of a US Dime)
Condition:  Very Fine

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Historical Context:  This coin was minted by the ROMAN EMPIRE during the reign of CONSTANTINE II (337-340 AD). Constantine II was the eldest son of Constantine the Great and Fausta, was born in A.D. 314. At 18 he distinguished himself in a campaign against the Goths. On the death of Constantine the Great, he received Spain, Gaul and Britain as his sphere of government. He was later killed in an ambush.

Obv:  Constantius II
Rev:  Two Soldiers
Diameter:  16 mm diameter (about the size of a US Dime)
Condition:  Very Fine plus

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Historical Context:  This coin was minted by the ROMAN EMPIRE during the reign of CONSTANS, 337-350 AD: Constans was the youngest son of Constantine the Great. He inherited the rule of Italy and North Africa under the regency of Constantius II. The succession of Constans and his brother was badly marred by bloodshed as they murdered much of their extended family to avoid any dynastic challenges. He was killed by the forces of Magnetius when he was escaping to the safety of Spain.

Obv:  Constans
Rev:  Emperor Dragging Enemy from Hut
Diameter:  19 mm diameter (about the size of a US Nickel)
Condition:  Very Fine plus

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Historical Context:  See above "Historical Context"

Obv:  Constans
Rev:  Two Soldiers holding Standards
Diameter:  14 mm diameter (slightly smaller than a US Dime)
Condition:  Very Fine plus

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Historical Context:  See above "Historical Context"

Obv:  Constans
Rev:  Emperor with Spear Pointed Down (War is Over)
Diameter:  13 mm diameter (smaller than a US Dime)
Condition:  Fine plus

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Historical Context:  This coin was minted by the ROMAN EMPIRE during the reign of Magnentius (350-353 AD.:   Magnentius was a soldier of great skill whose career began under Constantine the Great, a devote Christian.  He became a high ranking officer under Constantius II and was very popular with his troops.  After inattentive rule by Constans, the troops of Magnentius soluted him Augustus in 350 AD.  The coins of Magnetius with the large "Christogram (Chi-Rho) are expectionally popular amongst collectors.

Obv:  Magnentius
Rev:  Large Christogram (Chi-Rho)
Diameter:  23 mm diameter (almost the size of a US Quarter)
Condition:  Fine plus

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Historical Context:  This coin was minted by the ROMAN EMPIRE during the reign of CONSTANTINE II (337-340 AD). Constantine II was the eldest son of Constantine the Great and Fausta, was born in A.D. 314. At 18 he distinguished himself in a campaign against the Goths. On the death of Constantine the Great, he received Spain, Gaul and Britain as his sphere of government. He was later killed in an ambush.

Obv:  Julian
Rev:  Bull standing
Diameter:  28 mm diameter (about the size of a US $.50)
Condition:  Very Fine/Fine plus, some light porosity

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Historical Context:  This coin was minted by the ROMAN EMPIRE during the reign of VALENS (364 - 378 AD).  Flavius Valens, the younger brother of Valentinian I, was raised to the rank of Augustus in 364.  Governing  the Eastern provinces, much of his reign was spent in campaigning against the Goths.  Valens advanced against the barbarians, but in a great battle in 378, the Roman army was almost annihilated and the emperor was slain.  

Obv:  Valens
Rev:  Votive Wreath
Weight:  2.0 grams
Diameter:  17 mm diameter (about the size of a US dime but thinner)
Condition:  Very Fine, some light porosity

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Historical Context:  This coin was minted by the ROMAN EMPIRE during the reign of ARCADIUS (383-408 AD).   He ruled the eastern portion of the Roman Empire starting 395.  On the death of Theodosius I, the empire was split between Arcadius and Honorius.  Arcadius was a weak individual and relied on others to run the Empire.  Fortunately it was a period of relative peace.  He died of natural causes at age 31 in 408 AD.

Obv:  Arcadius, Hand of God Above placing Wreath on Him
Rev:  Arcadius standing with Shield
Weight:  4.7 grams
Diameter:  23 mm diameter (about the size of a US dime but thinner)
Condition:  Very Fine

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