Buy Roman AE of Constantinopolis (AD 330-346) Epfig Hoard NGC (CH-AU) Coin Online
In the year 330, Constantine the Great-established a city on the Bosporus, what had been a sleepy town called Byzantium. He christened the new city, New Rome, but it came to be known as the City of Constantine—Constantinople. Constantinopolis, as it was known at the time, was also the name given to the deity—the pagan goddess who was appointed to protect the new city. From 330 to 340 AD, Constantine and his sons struck a coin commemorating the founding of the city, as well as the goddess. The portrait shows her helmeted bust dressed in military garb, carrying a spear, surrounded by her name.- -The coin’s reverse shows the goddess Victoria, inspired by Nike in Greek mythology. But she looks somewhat different. The reverse of the coin is shown on the front of the holder. Why? There is a reason for this. In 312 AD, Constantine began the process of converting the official religion of the Roman Empire to Christianity, but still needed to transition the population from traditional paganism. One of the effects of this was the evolving design of the image of Victoria, who gradually, over the years morphed into the image of a ”Guardian Angel.“
Details of This Unique Collection
Historical Significance: In AD 330, Constantine the Great founded a new city on the Bosporus, naming it New Rome, but it became known as Constantinople. To celebrate its founding, coins were struck featuring the goddess Constantinopolis, who symbolized the city’s protection. The coin’s reverse shows the goddess Victoria, inspired by Nike from Greek mythology, gradually evolving into the image of a Guardian Angel as Christianity spread.
Authenticity: Each coin is certified by NGC, ensuring its authenticity and historical value. The certification label guarantees that this coin is an authentic piece from the Epfig Hoard.
Condition: This coin is graded as CH-AU (Choice About Uncirculated) by NGC, meaning it has been exceptionally well-preserved over the centuries, allowing collectors to appreciate its detailed design and craftsmanship.
Design: The coin features a helmeted bust of Constantinopolis on the obverse, dressed in military attire and carrying a spear, while the reverse shows the goddess Victoria, who gradually morphed into a Guardian Angel.
Epfig Hoard Coin Highlights:
- Founding of Constantinople: The coins commemorate the founding of the iconic city by Constantine the Great.
- Intricate Designs: The coins feature detailed and intricate designs that have survived remarkably well, despite their age.
- Certified Authenticity: Graded by NGC (CH-AU) Choice About Uncirculated.
