#p718# Roman barbarous issue coin of Tetricus from 270-280 AD islamic Reference: Moushmov 2608

Reference: Moushmov 2608

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-Draped bust facing right

- Phocas & Leontia standing with globus cruciger and sceptre: globe between

MINT: Assos

#p718# Roman barbarous issue coin of Tetricus from 270-280 AD islamic Reference: Moushmov 2608Welcome to cc coins Up for auction is a Roman imitation barbarous issue coin of Tetricus from 270 280 AD. During the crisis of the 3rd century there was a widespread shortage of currency across the Roman Empire which sparked a rise in unofficial issues of coins from the provinces to meet a growing demand for small change. ID# 718p Diameter: 11mm MINT: Unofficial OBVERSE; Blundered legend Radiate bust right, draped and cuirassed. REVERSE; Blundered