{"product_id":"roman-empire-constantinian-ae3-4-bi-nummus-c-ad-330-340-vf-attractive-circulated-example","title":"Roman Empire – Constantinian - AE3\/4 BI Nummus • c. AD 330–340 - VF • Attractive Circulated Example","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eRoman Empire – Constantinian - AE3\/4 BI Nummus • c. AD 330–340 - VF • Attractive Circulated Example\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eA classic Constantinian\u003cb\u003e commemorative AE3\/4 BI Nummus\u003c\/b\u003e, struck during the reign of Constantine the Great and his sons as the empire celebrated the founding of its new capital. These issues honor \u003cb\u003eConstantinople\u003c\/b\u003e, the rising center of Roman power that would shape the next thousand years of history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThis VF example shows strong detail for the type, with a well‑defined helmeted bust and a clear reverse depicting Victory standing on a prow—an iconic symbol of Rome’s naval strength and Constantinople’s strategic importance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Segoe UI Emoji',sans-serif; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Segoe UI Emoji';\"\u003e⭐\u003c\/span\u003e Key Details\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0in;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eRoman Empire – Constantinian Commemorative\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eAE3\/4 BI Nummus\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eStruck c. AD 330–340\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eObverse: \u003cb\u003eHelmeted bust of Constantinian\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eReverse: \u003cb\u003eVictory on prow\u003c\/b\u003e, holding spear and shield\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eVF\u003c\/b\u003e – solid detail, attractive patina, problem‑free surfaces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003ePopular type celebrating the founding of Constantinople\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Segoe UI Emoji',sans-serif; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Segoe UI Emoji';\"\u003e📜\u003c\/span\u003e Historical Significance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThese commemoratives were issued across the empire to mark the establishment of \u003cb\u003eConstantinople\u003c\/b\u003e as the new imperial capital. The Victory‑on‑prow reverse symbolizes Rome’s military and naval dominance, while the helmeted personification of the city reflects its rising prestige.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Segoe UI Emoji',sans-serif; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Segoe UI Emoji';\"\u003e💎\u003c\/span\u003e Collector Notes\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eVF examples of this type remain highly collectible, especially those with:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0in;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eClear helmet and facial detail\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eStrong Victory figure on the reverse\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eEven, attractive patina\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eNo major corrosion or surface issues\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eA great addition to any Roman Imperial bronze set or a starter piece for collectors building a Constantinople‑focused theme.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"MancaveDugout","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44438468558951,"sku":"C-10697","price":159.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0252\/8601\/7127\/files\/20260814_205143382_iOS.jpg?v=1786842155","url":"https:\/\/mancavedugout.com\/products\/roman-empire-constantinian-ae3-4-bi-nummus-c-ad-330-340-vf-attractive-circulated-example","provider":"MancaveDugout","version":"1.0","type":"link"}