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Object Number: O.4333.1-33

Collection: Numismatics

Object Name: coins

Description: Thirty three 'CONSTANTINOPOLIS' type Constantinian nummi.

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Named Collection: Thornbury Coin Hoard

Obverse Description: Helmeted bust of female personification of Constantinopolis, facing left, wearing imperial mantle and holding sceptre.

Reverse Description: Full figure of Victory, facing left, winged, standing on a prow, holding a sceptre and leaning on a shield.

Manufacturer/Maker: Lyons Mint

Association Name: Constantine

Associated Date: AD 270-340 (circa)

Credit Line: With support from The Heritage Lottery Fund, The Hedley Trust, The V&A Purchase Fund and the Bristol Magpies.