Obverse: DN FL IVL CRISPUS NOB CAES; Laureate, Draped and Cuirassed Bust of Crispus Facing Left. Reverse: PROVIDENTIAE CAESS; A Camp Gate with Two Turrets and a Star in  More »

Obverse: DN FL IVL CRISPUS NOB CAES; Laureate, Draped and Cuirassed Bust of Crispus Facing Left. Reverse: PROVIDENTIAE CAESS; A Camp Gate with Two Turrets and a Star in Between Flavius Julius Crispus was born in 303 A.D., the eldest son of Constantine the Great and his first wife Minervina. He was named Caesar in 316 A.D., served as Consul three times, and governed Gaul in 320 A.D. Crispus was also an able and popular military commander, leading forces to victory against Germanic barbarians as well as commanding the naval fleet during the final war against Licinius and his son. Unfortunately, Crispus’ promising life was cut short when he was executed in 326 A.D. at his father’s command. Apparently, his step-mother, Fausta, accused him of having an affair with her. However, it seems as though she really just wanted to get Crispus out of the way so that her sons would be first in line for the throne. When it was determined that Fausta was lying, she too was executed. How many hands have touched a coin in your pocket or purse? What eras and lands have the coin traversed on its journey into our possession? As we reach into our pockets to pull out some change, we rarely hesitate to think of who might have touched the coin before us, or where the coin will venture to after it leaves our hands. More than money, coins are a symbol of the state that struck them, of a specific time and location, whether contemporary currencies or artifacts of a long forgotten empire. This stunning hand-struck coin reveals an expertise of craftsmanship and intricate sculptural detail that is often lacking in contemporary machine-made currencies. This ancient coin is a memorial to Crispus, passed from the hands of civilization to civilization, from generation to generation that still appears as vibrant today as the day it was struck. - (C.6015)   « Less

Obverse: FL IVL CRISPUS NOB C; Laureate, Draped and Cuirassed Bust of Crispus Facing Left. Reverse: PROVIDENTIAE CAESS; A Camp Gate with Two Turrets and a Star in  More »

Obverse: FL IVL CRISPUS NOB C; Laureate, Draped and Cuirassed Bust of Crispus Facing Left. Reverse: PROVIDENTIAE CAESS; A Camp Gate with Two Turrets and a Star in Between Flavius Julius Crispus was born in 303 A.D., the eldest son of Constantine the Great and his first wife Minervina. He was named Caesar in 316 A.D., served as Consul three times, and governed Gaul in 320 A.D. Crispus was also an able and popular military commander, leading forces to victory against Germanic barbarians as well as commanding the naval fleet during the final war against Licinius and his son. Unfortunately, Crispus’ promising life was cut short when he was executed in 326 A.D. at his father’s command. Apparently, his step-mother, Fausta, accused him of having an affair with her. However, it seems as though she really just wanted to get Crispus out of the way so that her sons would be first in line for the throne. When it was determined that Fausta was lying, she too was executed. How many hands have touched a coin in your pocket or purse? What eras and lands have the coin traversed on its journey into our possession? As we reach into our pockets to pull out some change, we rarely hesitate to think of who might have touched the coin before us, or where the coin will venture to after it leaves our hands. More than money, coins are a symbol of the state that struck them, of a specific time and location, whether contemporary currencies or artifacts of a long forgotten empire. This stunning hand-struck coin reveals an expertise of craftsmanship and intricate sculptural detail that is often lacking in contemporary machine-made currencies. This ancient coin is a memorial to Crispus, passed from the hands of civilization to civilization, from generation to generation that still appears as vibrant today as the day it was struck. - (C.7045)   « Less

Obverse: CRISPVS NOB CAES; Laureate and Draped Bust of Crispus Facing Right. Reverse: CAESARVM NOSTRORVM; A Wreath Encircling the Text, VOT X Flavius Julius Crispus was  More »

Obverse: CRISPVS NOB CAES; Laureate and Draped Bust of Crispus Facing Right. Reverse: CAESARVM NOSTRORVM; A Wreath Encircling the Text, VOT X Flavius Julius Crispus was born in 303 A.D., the eldest son of Constantine the Great and his first wife Minervina. He was named Caesar in 316 A.D., served as Consul three times, and governed Gaul in 320 A.D. Crispus was also an able and popular military commander, leading forces to victory against Germanic barbarians as well as commanding the naval fleet during the final war against Licinius and his son. Unfortunately, Crispus’ promising life was cut short when he was executed in 326 A.D. at his father’s command. Apparently, his step-mother, Fausta, accused him of having an affair with her. However, it seems as though she really just wanted to get Crispus out of the way so that her sons would be first in line for the throne. When it was determined that Fausta was lying, she too was executed. How many hands have touched a coin in your pocket or purse? What eras and lands have the coin traversed on its journey into our possession? As we reach into our pockets to pull out some change, we rarely hesitate to think of who might have touched the coin before us, or where the coin will venture to after it leaves our hands. More than money, coins are a symbol of the state that struck them, of a specific time and location, whether contemporary currencies or artifacts of a long forgotten empire. This stunning hand-struck coin reveals an expertise of craftsmanship and intricate sculptural detail that is often lacking in contemporary machine-made currencies. This ancient coin is a memorial to Crispus, passed from the hands of civilization to civilization, from generation to generation that still appears as vibrant today as the day it was struck. - (C.7119)   « Less

Obverse: FL IVL CRISPUS NOB CAES; Laureate, Draped and Cuirassed Bust of Crispus Facing Left. Reverse: PROVIDENTIAE CAESS; A Camp Gate with Two Turrets and a Star in  More »

Obverse: FL IVL CRISPUS NOB CAES; Laureate, Draped and Cuirassed Bust of Crispus Facing Left. Reverse: PROVIDENTIAE CAESS; A Camp Gate with Two Turrets and a Star in Between Flavius Julius Crispus was born in 303 A.D., the eldest son of Constantine the Great and his first wife Minervina. He was named Caesar in 316 A.D., served as Consul three times, and governed Gaul in 320 A.D. Crispus was also an able and popular military commander, leading forces to victory against Germanic barbarians as well as commanding the naval fleet during the final war against Licinius and his son. Unfortunately, Crispus’ promising life was cut short when he was executed in 326 A.D. at his father’s command. Apparently, his step-mother, Fausta, accused him of having an affair with her. However, it seems as though she really just wanted to get Crispus out of the way so that her sons would be first in line for the throne. When it was determined that Fausta was lying, she too was executed. How many hands have touched a coin in your pocket or purse? What eras and lands have the coin traversed on its journey into our possession? As we reach into our pockets to pull out some change, we rarely hesitate to think of who might have touched the coin before us, or where the coin will venture to after it leaves our hands. More than money, coins are a symbol of the state that struck them, of a specific time and location, whether contemporary currencies or artifacts of a long forgotten empire. This stunning hand-struck coin reveals an expertise of craftsmanship and intricate sculptural detail that is often lacking in contemporary machine-made currencies. This ancient coin is a memorial to Crispus, passed from the hands of civilization to civilization, from generation to generation that still appears as vibrant today as the day it was struck. - (C.7120)   « Less

Obverse: IVL CRISPVS NOB C; Laureate and Draped Bust of Crispus Facing Right. Reverse: CAESARVM NOSTRORVM; A Wreath Encircling the Text, VOT V Flavius Julius Crispus was  More »

Obverse: IVL CRISPVS NOB C; Laureate and Draped Bust of Crispus Facing Right. Reverse: CAESARVM NOSTRORVM; A Wreath Encircling the Text, VOT V Flavius Julius Crispus was born in 303 A.D., the eldest son of Constantine the Great and his first wife Minervina. He was named Caesar in 316 A.D., served as Consul three times, and governed Gaul in 320 A.D. Crispus was also an able and popular military commander, leading forces to victory against Germanic barbarians as well as commanding the naval fleet during the final war against Licinius and his son. Unfortunately, Crispus’ promising life was cut short when he was executed in 326 A.D. at his father’s command. Apparently, his step-mother, Fausta, accused him of having an affair with her. However, it seems as though she really just wanted to get Crispus out of the way so that her sons would be first in line for the throne. When it was determined that Fausta was lying, she too was executed. How many hands have touched a coin in your pocket or purse? What eras and lands have the coin traversed on its journey into our possession? As we reach into our pockets to pull out some change, we rarely hesitate to think of who might have touched the coin before us, or where the coin will venture to after it leaves our hands. More than money, coins are a symbol of the state that struck them, of a specific time and location, whether contemporary currencies or artifacts of a long forgotten empire. This stunning hand-struck coin reveals an expertise of craftsmanship and intricate sculptural detail that is often lacking in contemporary machine-made currencies. This ancient coin is a memorial to Crispus, passed from the hands of civilization to civilization, from generation to generation that still appears as vibrant today as the day it was struck. - (C.7402)   « Less

Obverse: FL IVL CRISPVS NOB CAES; Laureate and Draped Bust of Crispus Facing Left. Reverse: CAESARVM NOSTRORVM; A Wreath Encircling the Text, VOT X Flavius Julius Crispus  More »

Obverse: FL IVL CRISPVS NOB CAES; Laureate and Draped Bust of Crispus Facing Left. Reverse: CAESARVM NOSTRORVM; A Wreath Encircling the Text, VOT X Flavius Julius Crispus was born in 303 A.D., the eldest son of Constantine the Great and his first wife Minervina. He was named Caesar in 316 A.D., served as Consul three times, and governed Gaul in 320 A.D. Crispus was also an able and popular military commander, leading forces to victory against Germanic barbarians as well as commanding the naval fleet during the final war against Licinius and his son. Unfortunately, Crispus’ promising life was cut short when he was executed in 326 A.D. at his father’s command. Apparently, his step-mother, Fausta, accused him of having an affair with her. However, it seems as though she really just wanted to get Crispus out of the way so that her sons would be first in line for the throne. When it was determined that Fausta was lying, she too was executed. How many hands have touched a coin in your pocket or purse? What eras and lands have the coin traversed on its journey into our possession? As we reach into our pockets to pull out some change, we rarely hesitate to think of who might have touched the coin before us, or where the coin will venture to after it leaves our hands. More than money, coins are a symbol of the state that struck them, of a specific time and location, whether contemporary currencies or artifacts of a long forgotten empire. This stunning hand-struck coin reveals an expertise of craftsmanship and intricate sculptural detail that is often lacking in contemporary machine-made currencies. This ancient coin is a memorial to Crispus, passed from the hands of civilization to civilization, from generation to generation that still appears as vibrant today as the day it was struck. - (C.7416)   « Less

Obverse: IVL CRISPVS NOB CAES; Laureate, Draped, and Cuirassed Bust of Crispus Facing Right. Reverse: PRINCIPIA IVVENTVTIS; Crispus Standing to the Left, Dressed in Military  More »

Obverse: IVL CRISPVS NOB CAES; Laureate, Draped, and Cuirassed Bust of Crispus Facing Right. Reverse: PRINCIPIA IVVENTVTIS; Crispus Standing to the Left, Dressed in Military Garb, Holding a Spear and Leaning on a Shield. Flavius Julius Crispus was born in 303 A.D., the eldest son of Constantine the Great and his first wife Minervina. He was named Caesar in 316 A.D., served as Consul three times, and governed Gaul in 320 A.D. Crispus was also an able and popular military commander, leading forces to victory against Germanic barbarians as well as commanding the naval fleet during the final war against Licinius and his son. Unfortunately, Crispus’ promising life was cut short when he was executed in 326 A.D. at his father’s command. Apparently, his step- mother, Fausta, accused him of having an affair with her. However, it seems as though she really just wanted to get Crispus out of the way so that her sons would be first in line for the throne. When it was determined that Fausta was lying, she too was executed. - (LC.324)   « Less

Obverse: FL DALMATIVS NOB C; Laureate, Draped, and Cuirassed Bust of Delmatius Facing Right. Reverse: GLORIA EXERCITVS; Two Soldiers Standing on Either Side of a  More »

Obverse: FL DALMATIVS NOB C; Laureate, Draped, and Cuirassed Bust of Delmatius Facing Right. Reverse: GLORIA EXERCITVS; Two Soldiers Standing on Either Side of a Standard. Flavius Julius Delmatius was born in 313 A.D. He was the grandson of Constantius I. He was elevated as Caesar in 335 A.D., and given administrative control of the provinces of Thrace, Macedonia, and Greece. He was killed in the general proscription of his family following the accession of Constantine’s sons. How many hands have touched a coin in your pocket or purse? What eras and lands have the coin traversed on its journey into our possession? As we reach into our pockets to pull out some change, we rarely hesitate to think of who might have touched the coin before us, or where the coin will venture to after it leaves our hands. More than money, coins are a symbol of the state that struck them, of a specific time and location, whether contemporary currencies or artifacts of a long forgotten empire. This stunning hand-struck coin reveals an expertise of craftsmanship and intricate sculptural detail that is often lacking in contemporary machine-made currencies. This ancient coin is a memorial to Delmatius passed from the hands of civilization to civilization, from generation to generation that still appears as vibrant today as the day it was struck. - (C.6020)   « Less

Obverse: IMP C ALLECTVS PF AVG; Radiate, Draped, and Cuirassed Bust of the Emperor Facing Right. Reverse: PROVIDENTIA AVG; Providentia Standing to the Left, Holding a  More »

Obverse: IMP C ALLECTVS PF AVG; Radiate, Draped, and Cuirassed Bust of the Emperor Facing Right. Reverse: PROVIDENTIA AVG; Providentia Standing to the Left, Holding a Cornucopiae. Little is known about Allectus except that he served as Praetorian Prefect under the founder of the British Secessionist Empire, Carausius, until he murdered him and seized the throne in 293 A.D. It appears that he was on the defensive almost from the beginning of his reign, since Emperor Maximianus had appointed the competent general Constantius Chlorus as Caesar with the specific command to end the British insurrection. Chlorus rather quickly rolled up the Northern coast of Gaul and launched an invasion of Britain itself in 296 A.D. Although Carausius had established a powerful naval fleet to defend the island, Chlorus crossed the Channel during a thick fog, avoiding the fleet of Alectus altogether. During the decisive land battle in Hampshire, Allectus was defeated and killed, and Constantius was welcomed as the “restorer of the eternal light” of Rome to Britain. How many hands have touched a coin in your pocket or purse? What eras and lands have the coin traversed on its journey into our possession? As we reach into our pockets to pull out some change, we rarely hesitate to think of who might have touched the coin before us, or where the coin will venture to after it leaves our hands. More than money, coins are a symbol of the state that struck them, of a specific time and location, whether contemporary currencies or artifacts of a long forgotten empire. This stunning hand-struck coin reveals an expertise of craftsmanship and intricate sculptural detail that is often lacking in contemporary machine-made currencies. This coin is a memorial to an ancient insurrection passed from the hands of civilization to civilization, from generation to generation that appears as vibrant today as the day it was struck. - (C.4611)   « Less

Obverse: ANTONINVS AVG PI VS P P TR P COS III; Radiate Head of the Emperor Facing Right. Reverse: IMPERATOR II/S C; Victory Advancing to the Right, Carrying a Trophy of  More »

Obverse: ANTONINVS AVG PI VS P P TR P COS III; Radiate Head of the Emperor Facing Right. Reverse: IMPERATOR II/S C; Victory Advancing to the Right, Carrying a Trophy of Captured British Arms with both Hands. Antoninus Pius is regarded as one of the "Five Good Emperors" in Roman history. He was born in 86 AD. Around 133-136, he served in Asia as proconsul, and there he earned the respect of Emperor Hadrian. After Hadrian's return from the Jewish war, Antoninus was made a member of his council not only on grounds of friendships and family connection, but also because of his experience as a jurist and administrator. After the sudden death of Lucius Aelius Caesar, Antoninus was officially adopted by Hadrian on February 25, 138 as successor to the throne. After administering the imperial offices, Hadrian died and Antoninus became emperor. Antoninus married Faustina and they had four children: two sons and two daughters. However, only one daughter was alive at the time of his adoption by Hadrian. Later, he adopted Marcus Aurelius, who was to be the successor to his throne. In 139, he gave to Marcus the name of Caesar and made him consul designate. In 146, Aurelius was recognized as Antoninus's colleague in rule, and the hopes of Rome and the fortunes of the dynasty rested upon him. Antoninus managed to govern the empire capably and yet with such a gentle hand that he earned the respect, acclaim, and love of his subjects. How many hands have touched a coin in your pocket or purse? What eras and lands have the coin traversed on its journey into our possession? As we reach into our pockets to pull out some change, we rarely hesitate to think of who might have touched the coin before us, or where the coin will venture to after it leaves our hands. More than money, coins are a symbol of the state that struck them, of a specific time and location, whether contemporary currencies or artifacts of a long forgotten empire. This stunning hand-struck coin reveals an expertise of craftsmanship and intricate sculptural detail that is often lacking in contemporary machine-made currencies. This coin is a memorial to an ancient emperor passed from the hands of civilization to civilization, from generation to generation that appears as vibrant today as the day it was struck. - (C.0232)   « Less