NGC XF Roman AE of Constantius II (AD 337-361) GLADIATOR REVERSE Constantius II, Fausta’s middle son, was the most ruthlessly efficient of the sons of Constantine. He was elevated to Caesar at age seven, and in 333 was given the city of Antioch. When we think of ancient Rome, we often think of the gladiators. These professional fighters delighted frenzied crowds in the Colosseum, doing battle with wild animals, with condemned criminals, and with one another, sometimes fighting to the death. The archetype of the gladiator has persisted for more than two thousand years, to the present day. Constantius II was a major fan of such contests an when it came time to mint his own coins to commemorate the 1100th anniversary of the founding of the old City of Rome he chose this design showing a gladiator about to be slain after falling off his horse in combat. High Grade ( XF) Extremely Fine - Certified, Graded and Encapsulated by NGC Comes with COA ( Certificate of Authenticity ) Plus Historical Information You Will Receive the Same Type of Coin and Condition Shown , Certificate Number Will Vary As Stock Photos Are Used Free USPS Ground Advantage with Tracking and Insurance!