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Nummus: CM.330-2017

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Maker(s)

Ruler: House of Constantine
Issuer: officina P
Mint: Aquileia

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Notes

History note: Ex Münzen und Medaillen, Auction 45, Lot 110

Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Given (2017-07-10) by Buttrey, T.V., Prof.

Dating

334 - 335

Components of the work

Object composed of bronze Diameter 18.14 mm Die Axis 180 degrees Weight 2.28 g

Inscription or legends present

Inscription present: Mantled, helmeted bust of Roma left.

  • Text: VRBS ROMA
  • Location: Reverse
  • Type: Design

Inscription present: obverse

  • Text: Mintmark: -/-//AQP
  • Type: Design

Inscription present: She-wolf and twins, two stars above.

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Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.330-2017
Primary reference Number: 241493

Audit data

Created: Thursday 16 July 2020 Updated: Monday 25 March 2024

Associated departments & institutions

Owner or interested party: The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department: Coins and Medals

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