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Follis - Constantius II as Caesar PROVIDENTIAE CAESS; Nicomedia
| Bronze | 3.1 g | 19.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Constantine I (Flavius Valerius Constantinus) (306-337) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 324-325 |
| Value | Follis (1⁄180) |
| Currency | Solidus, Reform of Constantine (AD 310/324 – 395) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 3.1 g |
| Diameter | 19.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#370227 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Camp gate with two turrets, without doors, with varying number of stone layers; star above
Script: Latin
Lettering: PROVIDEN-TIAE CAESS
Unabridged legend: Providentiae Caesarum
Translation: To the Providence of the Caesars
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Constantius II as Caesar, which suggests that it was minted during a time when he was still a junior emperor, rather than a senior emperor. This is significant because it provides insight into the political dynamics of the Roman Empire during this period, and highlights the importance of Constantius II's rise to power. Additionally, the image of Constantius II on the coin may have been used to promote his image and legitimacy as a ruler, which could have been an important factor in maintaining stability and unity within the empire.
