Divus Constantine, AE Follis, Antioch Mint, 337-347 AD – Divus Constantine I in Quadriga

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Roman Imperial, Divus Constantine, AE Follis (bronze, 1.91g, 14.7mm), Antioch Mint, 337-347 AD
Obv: DV CONSTANTINVS P T AVGG Veiled head of Divus Constantine I right
Rev: Divus Constantine I in quadriga to right, extending his hand toward manus Dei above; SMA.. in exergue
Ref:  RIC 37 Rarity/Choice: Common, aVF (earthen highlights on dark patina)
Note: Divus Constantine I refers to the deified status of Constantine the Great after his death in 337 AD. He was the first Roman emperor to convert to Christianity and played a crucial role in its spread throughout the empire. Following his death, he was deified, a common practice for emperors who were given divine honors. The obverse features a veiled head of Divus Constantine I facing right. The veil signifies his deification and status as a revered ancestor. “DV CONSTANTINVS P T AVGG” stands for “Divus Constantinus Pater Augustorum,” which translates to “Divine Constantine, Father of the Emperors.” This title emphasizes his deified status and his role as the progenitor of the ruling emperors.  The reverse depicts Divus Constantine I in a quadriga (a four-horse chariot) moving to the right, extending his hand toward the manus Dei (Hand of God) above. This imagery symbolizes his ascension to the heavens and divine favor. The Follis of Divus Constantine I is a notable artifact reflecting the political and religious landscape of the Roman Empire following his death. This coin not only served economic purposes but also acted as a powerful symbol of Constantine I’s enduring legacy and the legitimacy of his successors’ rule.

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