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© Bitteswell
Follis - Constans I FEL TEMP REPARATIO; Cyzicus
| Bronze | 4.01 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Constans I (337-350) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 348-350 |
| Value | Follis (1⁄180) |
| Currency | Solidus, Reform of Constantine (AD 310/324 – 395) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 4.01 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#150743 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 89% |
Reverse
Soldier walking right, holding spear, pulling a small barbarian from hut. Mintmark dot SMKA
Script: Latin
Lettering: FEL TEMP REPARATIO
Translation: The restoration of happy times
Comment
http://numismatics.org/ocre/id/ric.8.cyz.81Interesting fact
The Follis coinage was introduced by Emperor Constans I in 348 AD as a new standardized currency to replace the previous system of irregular barbarous radiates. The Follis coinage was characterized by a consistent weight and purity standard, and it featured a central image of the emperor on the obverse (front) side, and a reverse (back) side that varied depending on the issuing mint. The Follis coinage was used throughout the Roman Empire and was a significant improvement over the previous system, as it helped to stabilize the economy and facilitate trade.
