Ancient Roman Bronze Coin Commemorating Constantinople — Issued Over 1,600 Years Ago to Honor Rome’s New Capital, NGC Certified XF | From the Famous Epfig Hoard

Constantinopolis Æ Follis (AD 330–346) NGC XF — Epfig Hoard New Rome Coin

NGC XF from the legendary Epfig Hoard — this Constantinopolis commemorative celebrates Constantine's founding of New Rome (modern Istanbul). Minted 330-346 CE across imperial mints, it honors the capital that shaped 1,000+ years of history.

Coin Design

• Obverse: CONSTANTINOPOLIS — Helmeted/laureate Constantinopolis bust left, imperial robe, scepter over shoulder

• Reverse: Victory standing left on ship prow, scepter in hand, shield on knee + mintmark

Technical Specifications

• Denomination: Æ Follis (commemorative bronze)

• Diameter: 16–18 mm

• Weight: 2.0–3.0 g

• Grade: NGC XF (Extremely Fine)

• References: RIC VII 84ff., LRBC 104ff.

Epfig Hoard Provenance

Discovered 1866 in Alsace, France — one of the largest Constantinian bronze hoards. Provides key evidence of 4th century minting and circulation patterns.

Historic Significance

- Marks AD 330 dedication of Constantinople as "New Rome"

- Symbolizes naval power and imperial dominion

- Imperial propaganda during pagan-to-Christian transition

- Essential type for Constantinian and late Roman collectors

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