To celebrate the establishment of the new capital Constantinople, Constantine the Great issued these bronze follis coins to honor the old capital of Rome – which by legend was founded by twin sons Romulus and Remus, who were suckled and raised by a she-wolf.
Obverse legend reads URBS ROMA (city of Rome) Reverse shows the she-wolf suckling the twins, which became the symbol of Ancient Rome Over 1,650 years old Very Fine condition and guaranteed genuine
By A.D. 330, Rome was a city in decline. Perhaps this bronze follis coin made the citizens of Rome feel better about their loss of prestige.
By A.D. 330, Rome was a city in decline. Perhaps this bronze follis coin made the citizens of Rome feel better about their loss of prestige.