#q179# Roman barbarous issue bronze coin issued by Constantine I from 337-340 ADWelcome to cc coins Up for auction is a Roman barbarous issue bronze coin issued unofficially (barbarous type) by Constantine I from 337 340 AD During the crisis of the 3rd & 4th 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 179q MINT: Unofficial OBVERSE; UNKNOWN Diademed bust right, draped and cuirassed.