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).
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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 |