Roman AE3 of Crispus (AD 304-326) NGC-London Mint(F)
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Unlike his younger half-brothers, Constantine s eldest son Crispus was not born in the purple that is, his father was not emperor when he was born so he was not a spoiled child. Indeed, his upbringing was similar to Constantine s own. Thus it is no surprise that Crispus, named Caesar at age 17 and given control of the Gallic lands, proved himself in battles with the Goths.
Unlike his younger half-brothers, Constantine s eldest son Crispus was not born in the purple that is, his father was not emperor when he was born so he was not a spoiled child. Indeed, his...
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