Step back into the final years of ancient Rome with the Ancient Roman Bronze Coin – Roman AE of Constantinopolis, AD 330–346, a fascinating issue commemorating one of the most consequential cities in Roman history. Graded NGC XF (Extremely Fine), this ancient bronze coin offers collectors an authentic connection to the era when Constantine the Great transformed Byzantium into the imperial city of Constantinople.

The coin features a helmeted city goddess representing Constantinopolis on the obverse, depicted in military attire with a spear as a powerful personification of the newly established city. The design celebrates Constantinople’s founding in AD 330 and reflects the Roman tradition of representing important cities through divine and allegorical figures.

On the reverse, the imagery may feature Victory standing left with her foot upon a prow, or two soldiers flanking a military standard, depending on the specific variety. These powerful military motifs reflect the strength and triumph associated with the Roman Empire, while the symbolism surrounding Victory also captures the religious and artistic transition taking place during Constantine’s reign.

Constantine began shifting the Roman Empire toward Christianity in the early fourth century, while traditional Roman imagery continued to appear on official coinage. This makes the Constantinopolis series especially intriguing, as its designs preserve the evolving symbolism of the late Roman world during a pivotal period of cultural and religious change.

Key Features

• Ancient Roman AE bronze coin from the Constantinopolis series, AD 330–346

• NGC Certified XF (Extremely Fine) condition

• 15–19 mm coin size with approximately 44.08 g listed weight/dimensions

• Features Constantinopolis and Victory imagery commemorating the founding and imperial significance of Constantinople

Own a tangible piece of late Roman history and the remarkable story behind the city that would become one of the world's most important imperial capitals. This NGC-certified ancient bronze coin is an exciting addition for collectors of Roman coinage, ancient history, and historically significant world coins.