Constantius II – AE2 Heavy Maiorina, Cyzicus, AD 351/352, Authentic Roman Coin

Emperor: Constantius II
Denomination: AE2 Heavy Maiorina
Mint: Cyzicus
Date: AD 351–352
Reference: RIC VIII 95; LRBC 2488
Size: 22.9 mm
Weight: 5.92 g

Obverse: D N CONSTAN-TIVS P F AVG, "Our Lord Constantius, Dutiful and Fortunate Augustus"; diademed, draped and cuirassed bust right.

Reverse: FEL TEMP REPARATIO, "The Restoration of Happy Times"; Roman soldier lunging left, spearing fallen horseman who raises his hand; Γ left field, pellet over SMKS in exergue.

Description:
Issued during Constantius II’s campaigns to stabilize the eastern frontier, this heavier maiorina belongs to the iconic FEL TEMP REPARATIO series, intended to signal Rome’s recovery and renewed military strength. The soldier-and-horseman type was one of the most widely circulated political messages of the mid-4th century, emphasizing imperial dominance over external threats.

Condition: Near VF / VF with a weaker obverse strike, attractive olive-green patina; lifetime authenticity guaranteed.