Roman Bronze Coin of Prince Crispus - NGC Certified (London Mint) (about 1700 years ago)
This is a professionally graded and certified Roman bronze coin (AE3 denomination) of Crispus, eldest son of Constantine the Great, minted in London.
Technical Details:
Format: NGC certified protective slab
Material: Bronze Denomination: AE3
Date: 304-326 AD Mint: London
Note: Coin shown in images is an example only; actual coin may vary
Historical Significance: Unlike his younger half-brothers who were "born in the purple" (born to a reigning emperor), Crispus was born before his father Constantine became emperor. As a result, he did not experience the privileged upbringing of his siblings and instead had a childhood similar to Constantine's own. Appointed as Caesar (junior emperor) at the age of 17, Crispus was given control of the Gallic provinces where he proved his military prowess in successful campaigns against the Goths. His promising career ended tragically in 326 AD when he was executed under mysterious circumstances, possibly due to false accusations from his stepmother Fausta. This London-minted coin is a poignant reminder of a talented prince whose life was cut short by the dangerous politics of the imperial court.
This is a professionally graded and certified Roman bronze coin (AE3 denomination) of Crispus, eldest son of Constantine the Great, minted in London.
Technical Details:
Format: NGC certified protective slab
Material: Bronze Denomination: AE3
Date: 304-326 AD Mint: London
Note: Coin shown in images is an example only; actual coin may vary
Historical Significance: Unlike his younger half-brothers who were "born in the purple" (born to a reigning emperor), Crispus was born before his father Constantine became emperor. As a result, he did not experience the privileged upbringing of his siblings and instead had a childhood similar to Constantine's own. Appointed as Caesar (junior emperor) at the age of 17, Crispus was given control of the Gallic provinces where he proved his military prowess in successful campaigns against the Goths. His promising career ended tragically in 326 AD when he was executed under mysterious circumstances, possibly due to false accusations from his stepmother Fausta. This London-minted coin is a poignant reminder of a talented prince whose life was cut short by the dangerous politics of the imperial court.
This is a professionally graded and certified Roman bronze coin (AE3 denomination) of Crispus, eldest son of Constantine the Great, minted in London.
Technical Details:
Format: NGC certified protective slab
Material: Bronze Denomination: AE3
Date: 304-326 AD Mint: London
Note: Coin shown in images is an example only; actual coin may vary
Historical Significance: Unlike his younger half-brothers who were "born in the purple" (born to a reigning emperor), Crispus was born before his father Constantine became emperor. As a result, he did not experience the privileged upbringing of his siblings and instead had a childhood similar to Constantine's own. Appointed as Caesar (junior emperor) at the age of 17, Crispus was given control of the Gallic provinces where he proved his military prowess in successful campaigns against the Goths. His promising career ended tragically in 326 AD when he was executed under mysterious circumstances, possibly due to false accusations from his stepmother Fausta. This London-minted coin is a poignant reminder of a talented prince whose life was cut short by the dangerous politics of the imperial court.