Lot 61: CONSTANTINE I. 307-337 AD. Æ Imitation Follis.

AUCTION: Beasley Campgate Collection (Auction 240)

Description

CONSTANTINE I. 307-337 AD. Æ Imitation Follis (18mm - 2.32 g). "Sirmium" mint. CONSTAN-TINVS AVF, laureate head right / PROVIDEN-TIAE CAESS, camp-gate with no doors and two turrets, star above; SIRM. RIC VII -; LRBC -. VF, green patina under a light dusting of earthen deposits.

From the Zachary "Beast" Beasley Collection of Camp Gates.

The style of the obverse in particular on this coin suggests that it is an ancient imitation, not a mule of an official issue.

Lot Details

Offered By: VAuctions
Lot #: 61
Listing #: 232045
Closed: Thursday, January 21, 2010 6:00:00 PM CT
Estimate: $50
Collection: Beasley Campgate

Sold Winning Bid: $59
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Description

Lot Details

Offered By: VAuctions
Lot #: 61
Listing #: 232045
Closed: Thursday, January 21, 2010 6:00:00 PM CT
Estimate: $50
Collection: Beasley Campgate