Roman Soldier Spearing Barbarian Horseman // 351-354 AD Coin

An Ancient Roman bronze Centenionalis of Constantius II, 337–361 AD, struck between 351–354 AD. The obverse features the pearl-diademed and draped bust of the emperor facing right, with the Latin inscription DN CONSTANTIVS PF AVG and Δ behind. The reverse depicts a dramatic scene of a Roman soldier leaping up and spearing a fallen Barbarian horseman, with the inscription FEL TEMP REPARATIO (“Return of the Good Times”). Incredible detail with a gorgeous deep olive-green patina. Size: 20.91mm. Weight: 4.38g. VF. Coin reference: Failmezger 461 CS I for type. Ex Marc Breitsprecher, Classical Numismatist.

— Ex, Marc Breitsprecher, Classical Numismatist
— Issued Under Constantius II, 337–361 AD
— Type: Bronze Centenionalis
— Struck: 351–354 AD
— Diameter: 20.91mm
— Weight: 4.38g
— Condition: VF (Very Fine)
— Obverse: Pearl-Diademed Bust of Constantius II, Right; DN CONSTANTIVS PF AVG, Δ Behind
— Reverse: Roman Soldier Spearing Fallen Horseman; FEL TEMP REPARATIO
— Reference: Failmezger 461 CS I

This Piece Is Accompanied By A Hand-Signed Certificate Of Authenticity Which Includes All The Details, Culture, Dating, Motifs/Inscriptions When Applicable, Historical Relevance, & Provenance