Constantine I, AE Follis, Rome Mint, 312-313 AD – Aquila

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Roman Imperial,  Constantine I, AE Follis (bronze, 4.85g, 22.5mm), Rome Mint, 312-313 AD
Obv: IMP CONSTANTINVS P F AVG; laureate, cuirassed bust of Constantine I right
Rev: SPQR OPTIMO PRINCIPI; legionary eagle (Aquila) between two standards (vexilla); RQ in exergue
Ref: RIC VI 345 Rarity/Choice: Common, VF
Note: Constantine I, also known as Constantine the Great, was a Roman emperor who ruled from AD 306 to 337. He is known for being the first Roman emperor to convert to Christianity and for founding the city of Constantinople (modern-day Istanbul).  The obverse features a laureate and cuirassed bust of Constantine I facing right. The laureate wreath signifies victory and honor, while the cuirass (armor) emphasizes his role as a military leader and protector of the Empire.  The reverse shows an Aquila (eagle) positioned between two standards. The Aquila was a powerful symbol of the Roman legions and represented the strength and enduring spirit of Rome. The standards further emphasize military might and the loyalty of the troops.  This coin not only facilitated economic activity but also served as a powerful propaganda tool, reinforcing Constantine’s image as the supreme and favored ruler of the Roman Empire during a transformative period in history.

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