The fleet of Allectus the usurper

Obverse: Short bust of the usurper Allectus, radiate (right). Legend: 'IMP. C[AESAR] ALLECTVS P[IVS] F[ELIX] AUG[VSTVS]'. Reverse: A five-oared galley with mast. Legend: 'VIRTVS AUG[VSTI]'. Inscription: 'Q.L.' below (London mint mark).

Object Details

ID: MEC0184
Collection: Coins and medals
Type: Coin
Display location: Not on display
Creator: Unknown
Date made: circa AD 275
People: Allectus
Credit: National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London
Measurements: Overall: 19 mm
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