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Object Number: O.4350.1-28

Collection: Numismatics

Object Name: coins

Description: Twenty-eight 'GLORIA EXERCITVS' type Constantine I nummi from Arles.

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Named Collection: Thornbury Coin Hoard

Obverse Description: Bust of Constantine the Great, draped, rosette diademed, facing right.

Reverse Description: Two soldiers facing each other, helmeted, draped, with sword, shield and standard.

Manufacturer/Maker: Arles 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.