2014 Straggler- Vrbs Roma

Most collectors of ancient coins are familiar with the Constantine Commemorative coins. They were issued by a variety of different mints and in different styles. This is the VRBS ROMA type, featuring the plumed bust of Roma left and the twins Romulus and Remus suckling a wolf with 2 stars above. The stars are said to be representative of Pollux and Castor. The VRBS ROMA coins were struck in the early AD 330's to commemorate the cities of Constantinople and Rome.

I wanted a real nice one with a realistic bust and with a beautiful patina. I purchased this one from FR's number one guy in Spain. I believe I have acquired a satisfying example of a common coin type and one that will compliment my Constantinople Commemorative from Alexandria.

Roman Empire
Italy, Rome
Constantine I (AD 272-337)
AE City of Rome Commemorative
16 mm x 2.00 grams (s. AD 330)
Obverse: Plumed helmeted bust of Roma left. Latin Script VRBS ROMA
Reverse: Stars of Pollux and Castor above She Wolf with flower on shoulder suckling Romulus and Remus. RBQ in ex.
ref: RIC VII Rome 338