Product Details
This ancient Roman billon nummus features Constantine II, son of Constantine the Great, issued during his tenure as Caesar. Certified and graded Extremely Fine (XF) by NGC Ancients, this historic piece originates from the famous Nether Compton Hoard discovered in Dorset, England, in 1989. Struck in a billon (bronze/low-silver alloy) AE3/4 format, this coin served as essential daily coinage throughout the western provinces during a dynamic era of the Roman Empire. Preserved inside a secure NGC slab, this piece boasts incredible detail across the Caesar's portrait, attractive natural earth-toned patina, and verified provenance from one of Britain's notable Constantinian coin hoards.
Key Features:
Certified as authentic and graded Extremely Fine (XF) by NGC Ancients.
Struck during the Constantinian dynasty, featuring Constantine II during his period as Caesar.
Attributed to the famous 1989 Nether Compton Hoard discovered in Dorset, England.
Displays sharp portrait details, clear legends, and pleasing natural patination.
Coin Features:
NGC Ancients Certified (Extremely Fine - XF Grade)
Provenance: Nether Compton Hoard (Dorset, England, 1989)
Ruler: Constantine II (Issue as Caesar)
Metal: Billon / Bronze (BI / AE3/4 Nummus)
Obverse: Laureate or diademed bust of Constantine II facing right with imperial titles.
Reverse: Standard Constantinian reverse (typically military issue featuring Roman soldiers holding spears and standards or campgate design).
This coin is certified by NGC Ancients. You will receive the exact encapsulated coin pictured in the holder. You are purchasing a certified Roman Empire Constantine II AE3/4 Nummus (Nether Compton Hoard) graded NGC XF.
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