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Here is a very rare bust type for Constantine from the Siscia VLPP issue. I have seen less of this type than I have of the VLPP with a Chi-Rho on the helmet— of course, this bust type is not as desirable, but I was pretty excited to see it. This is my second example in 12 years and, it is in much better condition than the other. This will definitely be one of my favorite coins of the year and since the year is very new still, I am off to a great start. RIC does not list bust type H6 for any of the VLPP's; but, with the obverse legend, it should come after Siscia 53 Constantine I A.D. 318-19 19mm 2.9g IMP CONSTANTINVS P F AVG; laureate helmet and cuirassed bust right with spear across right shoulder and shield/ buckler on left. VICTORIAE LAETAE PRINC PERP; two Victories stg., facing one another, together holding shield inscribed VOT PR on altar. in ex. ΓSIS RIC VII Siscia --  |
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Australia
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Just about the best example of the type I have seen.
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Always great to see you post Victor. John1  |
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Wow amazing detail remaining on this one. Thx for sharing!
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Really nice looking coin Victor!....
Lovely detail and I love the miniaturized hand and spear..Cool.
Nice rare coin thanks for sharing..Paul
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Thats a stunner  |
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I have a helmeted Siscia mint Constantine, which I love. The pics don't give it justice. But I've always wanted an example like yours. The little hand holding the spear encapsulates Constantine's conquering prowess. Very Nice   |
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Always great to see you post Victor. Thank you John. I turn up occasionally...like a bad penny! |
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But I've always wanted an example like yours Though the H6 type like I posted is very rare, the H12 type is very easy to get in high grades. Below is a nice example (RIC VII Siscia 56) I sold from the Bishop's Wood Hoard of 1895.  |
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Posted 04/17/2020 12:00 am
