Constantius II
Caesar 324–337 AD • Augustus 337–361 AD
Constantius II, second son of Constantine the Great, ruled for nearly a quarter‑century during one of the most complex phases of the late Roman Empire. His reign was marked by shifting alliances, civil conflict with his brothers, and prolonged wars against Persia. A capable administrator and determined defender of imperial authority, he oversaw major reforms in the army and bureaucracy. His coinage is vast and varied, reflecting both political messaging and the economic realities of the mid‑4th century. For collectors, Constantius II offers one of the richest and most diverse bronze series of the Constantinian dynasty.
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Treveri mint (Trier, Germany)
WRB 9819 — Æ 3 (19mm)
Æ 3 (19mm). Trier. FL IVL CONSTANTIVS NOB C, laureate, draped, cuirassed bust left. ® PROVIDEN‑TIAE CAESS, campgate with two turrets, six layers, star above, no door. RIC VII 456.
£45.00
WRB 9821 — Æ 3 (19mm)
Æ 3 (19mm). Trier. FL IVL CONSTANTIVS NOB C, laureate, draped, cuirassed bust left. ® PROVIDEN‑TIAE CAESS, campgate with two turrets, six layers, star above, no door. Mintmark PTR · in crescent. RIC VII 480.
£40.00
WRB 9822 — Æ 3 (19mm)
Æ 3 (19mm). Trier. FL IVL CONSTANTIVS NOB C, laureate, draped, cuirassed bust left. ® PROVIDEN‑TIAE CAESS, campgate with two turrets, six layers, star above, no door. Mintmark STR · in crescent. RIC VII 480.
£45.00
WRB 610 — Æ Centenionalis (22mm)
Æ Centenionalis (22mm). Trier. DN CONSTAN‑TIVS PF AVG, pearl‑diademed, draped and cuirassed bust right. ® FEL TEMP‑REPARATIO, emperor standing left on galley holding Phoenix and labarum; Victory seated behind. RIC VIII 214.
£40.00
WRB 8299 — Æ 3/4 (16mm)
Æ 3/4 (16mm). Trier. VICTORIAE DD AVGGQ NN, two Victories facing each other holding wreaths and palms; ivy leaf on stalk below. RIC VIII 183. Attractive light green patina.
£17.00
Lugdunum mint (Lyons, France)
WRB 9165 — Æ 3 (18mm)
Æ 3 (18mm). Lyons. DN CONSTANTIVS PF AVG, diademed, draped, cuirassed bust right. ® FEL TEMP REPARATIO, soldier spearing fallen horseman. Mintmark GPLG. Attractive glossy green patina.
£30.00
WRB 9459 — Æ 3 (18mm)
Æ 3 (18mm). Lyons. DN CONSTANTIVS PF AVG, diademed, draped, cuirassed bust right. ® FEL TEMP REPARATIO, soldier spearing fallen horseman. Mintmark GPLG.
£25.00
WRB 8055 — Æ 3/4 (15mm)
Æ 3/4 (15mm). Lyons. GLORIA EXERCITVS, two soldiers standing facing, holding spears; standard between. Mintmark PLG. Attractive with a glossy green patina.
£15.00
Siscia mint (Sisak, Croatia)
WRB 10804 — Æ (21mm)
Æ (21mm). Siscia. DN CONSTAN‑TIVS PF AVG, pearl‑diademed, draped, cuirassed bust right; A behind bust. ® FEL TEMP RE‑PARATIO, soldier spearing fallen horseman (bare‑headed, reaching back). I in left field. Mintmark ASIS · S ·. RIC VIII 346.
£25.00
WRB 10805 — Æ (18mm)
Æ (18mm). Siscia. DN CONSTAN‑TIVS PF AVG, diademed, draped, cuirassed bust right. ® FEL TEMP‑REPARATIO, soldier spearing fallen horseman wearing Phrygian helmet. Mintmark ASIS. RIC VIII 350.
£25.00
Constantinopolis mint (Istanbul, Turkey)
WRB 10530 — Æ 2 (22mm)
Æ 2 (22mm). Constantinople. D N CONSTAN‑TIVS P F AVG, pearl‑diademed, draped and cuirassed bust left holding globe. ® FEL TEMP‑REPARATIO, emperor standing left with labarum; two captives before. Mintmark CONSA ★. RIC VIII 87. Glossy brown and silvered surface.
£55.00
WRB 10531 — Æ 3 (18mm)
Æ 3 (18mm). Constantinople. DN CONSTAN‑TIVS PF AVG, pearl‑diademed, draped, cuirassed bust right. ® FEL TEMP REPARATIO, radiate phoenix standing right on globe. Mintmark CONSI ★. RIC VIII 93 var. (unlisted officina). For similar see Wildwinds RIC VIII 93.
£85.00
Cyzicus mint (Turkey)
WRB 9916 — Æ 3 (19mm)
Æ 3 (19mm). Cyzicus. FL IVL CONSTANTIVS NOB C, laureate, draped, cuirassed bust left. ® PROVIDEN‑TIAE CAESS, campgate with two turrets, seven layers, star above, no door. Mintmark SMKB ·. RIC VII 38. Some silvering remains.
£45.00
WRB 9917 — Æ 3 (19mm)
Æ 3 (19mm). Cyzicus. FL IVL CONSTANTIVS NOB C, laureate, draped, cuirassed bust left. ® PROVIDEN‑TIAE CAESS, campgate with two turrets, eight layers, star above, no door. Mintmark SMK γ ·.
£40.00
