Constans
337–350 AD
Constans, youngest son of Constantine the Great, ruled the western provinces of the empire during a period of both consolidation and growing internal tension. His early reign saw military success in Britain and along the Danube, but his later years were marked by political instability and rivalry with his brother Constantius II. His coinage includes both official issues and a wide range of contemporary imitative pieces, especially of the FEL TEMP REPARATIO series, reflecting the economic pressures and widespread circulation of small bronzes in the mid‑4th century. For collectors, the series offers remarkable variety in style, mintmarks, and artistry.
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WRB 10017 — Barbarous Æ (22mm)
Barbarous copy of a CONSTANS Æ (22mm). Pearl‑diademed, draped & cuirassed bust right. ® FEL TEMP REPARATIO, emperor on galley left holding Victory on globe and labarum; Victory seated at helm. Mintmark TR (Trier). Circa 4th century. Slightly crude with some mistakes to the legends.
£35.00
WRB 10018 — Barbarous Æ (22mm)
Barbarous copy of a CONSTANS Æ (22mm). Draped & cuirassed bust right. ® FEL TEMP‑REPARATIO, emperor on galley left holding labarum and phoenix on globe; Victory at helm. Mintmark PLG (Lugdunum). Circa 4th century. Good style.
£15.00
WRB 9462 — Æ 3/4 (15.5mm)
Æ 3/4 (15.5mm). CONSTANS PF AVG, rosette‑diademed, draped & cuirassed bust right. ® VICTORIAE DD AVGGQ NN, two Victories facing each other holding wreaths and palms; star in centre. Mintmark TRS (Trier). RIC VIII 188. Attractive glossy green patina.
£25.00
WRB 8767 — Æ 3/4 (15.5mm)
Æ 3/4 (15.5mm). CONSTANS PF AVG, bust right. ® VICTORIAE DD AVGGQ NN, two Victories facing each other holding wreaths and palms; D in centre. Mintmark TRP (Trier). Attractive green patina.
£20.00
