CONSTANTINE The Great RARE R1 in RIC Roman and similar items

Right Click picture and select "Veiw/Open Image" for large hi-res. image. Ancient Roman Coin of Constantine the Great C O N S T A N T I N E I The Great 307-337 AD City of Constantiniople Commemorative coin from reign of Constantine the Great celebrating the new Roman Capital. Lifetime Issue of Constantine Struck under the reign Constantine I This coin is a lifetime issue of Constantine struck 333-335 AD. RARE ~ RATED "R1" in RIC Struck under the reign Constantine I, 333-335 AD, Constantinople Mint. Æ3 follis. 2.50g. 19mm. (Same size/wt. as US Lincoln Penny). City of Constantinople Commemorative Obverse: CONSTANTINOPOLIS, Constantinopolis' pearl-diademed helmeted bust left in imperial cloak and holding scepter across left shoulder. Reverse: Victory with open wings in posture of alighting, facing, head left, right foot on a vessel's prow, holding scepter in right hand and leaning on shield with left arm; CONSZ? in exergue--Constantinople mint mark. Ref. RIC VII 79 Constantinople. Rarity Rated "R1" (Rare) in RIC. RIC (=Roman Imperial Coinage) is the general abbreviation for a set of 13 volumes of identification catalogs of Roman coins. RIC is the world standard scholarly reference. Nearly Extremely Fine-Extremely Fine, attractive green patina with contrasting tan--Even nicer in Hand. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ OUR GUARANTEE: All illustrations are of the actual item offered. The authenticity of all pieces is fully guaranteed. Any item ever shown otherwise may be returned unaltered for full refund less shipping. Additionally, if any item purchased is not to your satisfaction you may return it unaltered within 30 days of purchase for a full refund less shipping. We also guarantee absolute discretion and confidentiality in all transactions. Images are not actual size ~ Please see description for actual measurements.