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Follis - Constantius II FEL TEMP REPARATIO; Constantinopolis
| Bronze | 3.15 g | 19.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Constantius II (337-361) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 351-355 |
| Value | Follis (1⁄180) |
| Currency | Solidus, Reform of Constantine (AD 310/324 – 395) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 3.15 g |
| Diameter | 19.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#70339 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 85% |
Reverse
Helmeted soldier, standing left, shield on left arm, piercing a fallen rider with a haste held in right hand; rider fallen forward on horse's neck, beardless, wearing helmet; right, shield on ground.
Legend starting at 8 o'clock with caesura after the 8th or 9th character.
Different workshop and dispensary in exergue, inscription in left-hand fields.
Scripts: Latin, Greek
Lettering:
FEL TEMP REPARATIO
·S· *
CONSΘ
Interesting fact
The Follis coinage was introduced by Constantius II in 351 AD as a new standardized currency to replace the previous system of irregular barbarous radiates. The Follis coin was made of bronze and had a standardized weight of 3.15g, which was a significant improvement over the previous system where coins varied in weight and purity. This change helped to stabilize the Roman economy and facilitate trade across the empire.
