Roman Empire. Helena (Augusta, AD 324-328/330). Follis PAX PVBLICA (No reserve price)

This Roman Empire follis coin features the Augusta Helena, wife of Emperor Constantine the Great, who lived during the early 4th century AD (324-328/330). Helena was notably influential in Christian history, credited with finding the True Cross and supporting Christianity’s growth within the empire. The coin's reverse bears the inscription "PAX PVBLICA," translating to "Public Peace," symbolizing the imperial hope for stability during a transformative era marked by Constantine's consolidation of power and the establishment of Constantinople. Follis coins were large bronze coins introduced to address monetary shortages, often bearing powerful propaganda messages. This piece not only served currency functions but also broadcast imperial themes of peace and unity under Helena’s patronage. Collectors value such coins for their insight into late Roman political-religious shifts and numismatic artistry.