Constantius II, AD 337–361 – Roman Empire AE3 (BI Nummus) – Ch XF – Alexandria - Silvering
Roman Empire AE3 (BI Nummus) of Constantius II, struck during his period as Caesar at the Alexandria Mint. The coin is graded Ch XF (Choice Extremely Fine) and retains evidence of its original silvering.
Historical Background:
Constantius II was the second surviving son of Constantine the Great. He was appointed Caesar in AD 324 and later became Augustus following the death of his father in AD 337.
As Caesar, Constantius II was given responsibility for the eastern provinces and became heavily involved in defending the empire's frontiers. After becoming Augustus, he eventually became the sole emperor of the Roman Empire in AD 353.
His long reign was marked by military campaigns against the Persian Empire, conflicts with Germanic tribes, and continued religious disputes within the Christian Church.
The Alexandria Mint was an important center of Roman coin production, serving the eastern provinces of the empire. Bronze coins of this period were often given a thin silver wash or silvering, which originally provided the appearance of a higher-value silver coin.
Coin Details:
- Emperor: Constantius II
- Status: As Caesar
- Date: AD 337–361
- Empire: Roman Empire
- Denomination: AE3 (BI Nummus)
- Mint: Alexandria
- Grade: Ch XF (Choice Extremely Fine)
- Comment: Silvering
A wonderful ancient Roman coin from the Constantinian dynasty, with the Alexandria mint attribution and surviving silvering adding additional appeal.
Please review all photographs carefully for the coin's exact appearance, surfaces, and remaining silvering.
