This Roman coin dates from 348-350 AD, the reign of Emperor Constantius II. It depicts the brutal reality of these times. It shows a scene of battle, with a Roman soldier spearing a fallen horseman.

Constantius II, 7 August 317 – 3 November 361) was Roman emperor from 337 to 361. His reign saw constant warfare on the borders against the Sasanian Empire and Germanic peoples, while internally the Roman Empire went through repeated civil wars, court intrigues, and usurpations. His religious policies inflamed domestic conflicts that would continue after his death.

This ancient coin provides a glimpse into the art and history of the Roman Empire, and is a must-have for any collector of ancient coins.

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