Description
SCARCE Constantinus II “Soldiers with Spears” – 336–337 AD – 17mm, 1.4g – Ancient Roman Bronze
Offered here is a scarce late Roman bronze of Constantine II (Constantinus II), struck during the transitional years 336–337 AD, at the end of the reign of Constantine the Great.
Coin Details
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Emperor: Constantine II (as Caesar)
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Date: 336–337 AD
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Denomination: AE3/AE4 Bronze
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Diameter: 17mm
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Weight: 1.4 grams
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Obverse: Laureate, draped and cuirassed bust of Constantine II
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Reverse: Two soldiers standing facing, each holding spear and shield (“Soldiers with Spears” type)
Historical Significance
Constantine II was the son of Constantine the Great and briefly ruled as Augustus after his father’s death in 337 AD. Coins from this short and turbulent transition period are highly collectible.
The “Soldiers with Spears” reverse reflects the strong military emphasis of the Constantinian dynasty and was struck in limited quantities during the final years before the empire was divided among Constantine’s sons.
Why This Coin?
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Scarce early issue of Constantine II
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Popular military reverse type
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Compact 17mm size with pleasing detail
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Over 1,680 years old
A desirable addition to any Roman imperial collection, especially for collectors focusing on the Constantinian dynasty or late Roman bronze types.
