Lot 2569
Constantinian Commemorative Issues, AR Half Siliqua (1.09 g) minted at Constantinople, c. AD 330 or later. Diademed bust right of Constantine. Reverse: Large "K". Cf. Kent "Urbs Roma" in Essays Sutherland, p. 112, and plate 13. Insignificant flan crack at 12:30 o'clock. Wonderfully detailed. Virtually Mint State.
This little gem of a coin commemorates the consecration of the city of Constantinople by Constantine I, the Great, on 11 May AD 330. The "K" likely alludes to the name of the city.
Estimated Value $1,200 - 1,400.
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