{"product_id":"roman-ae-of-licinius-1st-ad-308-324-house-of-constantine-bi-reduced-nummus-ngc-xf","title":"Roman AE of Licinius 1st (AD 308-324) House of Constantine BI Reduced Nummus NGC (XF)","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAuthentic Roman bronze coin struck between AD 308 and 324, providing a captivating look into the House of Constantine\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGraded Extra Fine by NGC, it features a portrait of Licinius 1st on the obverse, with reverses often showcasing mythological and military themes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eComes with a Certificate of Authenticity (COA), ensuring its genuine historical significance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Roman AE of Lincinius 1st, issued between AD 308-324 as a BI Reduced Nummus, offers a fascinating glimpse into the turbulent era of the House of Constantine. Certified by NGC as Fine (XF), this ancient bronze coin dates back to a period when the Roman Empire was undergoing significant political upheaval. Licinius, both a partner and a formidable rival to Constantine the Great, served as the Eastern Emperor of Rome during a tumultuous period. His marriage to Constantine's half-sister, Constantia, initially served to stave off an impending civil war, symbolizing a fragile alliance between the two rulers. This union also set the stage for one of Constantine’s most significant achievements—the Edict of Milan, which officially legalized Christianity throughout the Roman Empire. However, the peace between them was short-lived. As tensions escalated, Licinius found himself on the losing side of history. After his defeat at the decisive Battle of Chrysopolis, he was captured and executed by his brother-in-law, Constantine, marking a dramatic end to their fraught relationship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe obverse of the coin features a portrait of Lincinius 1st, capturing the stern visage of a ruler caught in the throes of imperial power struggles. The reverse of the coin varies, often depicting mythological and military themes, reflecting the cultural and political climate of the time. The coin weighs between 2 to 8 grams and measures approximately 18.5 to 21 mm in diameter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis coin comes with a Certificate of Authenticity, ensuring its genuineness and historical significance. It is a genuine artifact from the Dominate period of Roman history, a term referring to the era from the Diocletian reforms in 284 through the fall of the Western Empire in 476. The term 'Dominate' derives from the authoritative form of address used by emperors during this time. This remarkable coin is not only a collector's item but also a tangible link to a pivotal era in the history of the Roman Empire.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"CoinsTV","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45673051717870,"sku":"CTV007272","price":79.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0444\/1086\/3773\/files\/c29acfd7-3d5b-ef11-8427-12325086d71d_CTV007272.png?v=1723750794","url":"https:\/\/www.coinstv.net\/products\/roman-ae-of-licinius-1st-ad-308-324-house-of-constantine-bi-reduced-nummus-ngc-xf","provider":"CoinsTV","version":"1.0","type":"link"}