Constantine I Ticinum VOT XX AE3. Genuine Ancient Roman Coin

Emperor: Constantine I “the Great”
Denomination: AE3 (Reduced Follis)
Mint: Ticinum (modern Pavia)
Date: AD 320–321
Reference: RIC VII Ticinum 140 (officina T = 3)
Size: [insert mm if desired]
Weight: 3.55 g
Mintmark: TT (Ticinum, 3rd officina)

Obverse Legend:
CONSTAN – TINVS AVG
Translation: “Constantine Augustus.”
Description: Laureate head of Constantine I right.

Reverse Legend:
D N CONSTANTINI MAX AVG
Translation: “Our Lord Constantine, Greatest Augustus.”
Center: VOT / XX in wreath
Meaning: Vows (prayers) for 20 years of rule — celebrating Constantine’s vicennalia.

Reverse Description:
• Laurel wreath enclosing VOT / XX
• Around: D N CONSTANTINI MAX AVG
• Exergue: TT

Description:
Struck at Ticinum in AD 320–321, this VOT XX issue commemorates Constantine’s 20th anniversary as emperor (vicennalia). The type was part of a massive empire-wide celebration marking Constantine’s consolidation of power and the establishment of his dynasty.

The wreath enclosing VOT / XX symbolizes divine favor and successful completion of imperial vows. Ticinum’s “TT” signature marks the 3rd officina and is classic for this series, which circulated widely across northern Italy and the Danubian provinces.

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