Preceded and followed by glittering regiments of soldiers, she drove in her famous golden chariot, drawn by eight milk-white steeds, each of which was led by a bejewelled noble.

Her dress was splendid and covered with sparkling gems, and on her yellow hair she wore a crown.

As she went the multitudes shouted their welcome, and she bowed to right and left in answer to the shouts.

Now and again, however, bands of armed men, clad in a dress of a peculiar colour, emerged from side streets and hooted, crying: "Where is the Augustus?
Give us the Augustus.

We will not be ruled by a woman and her eunuchs!" These men were of the party of Constantine, and set on by him.