© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Follis - Constantius II GLORIA EXERCITVS; Siscia
| Bronze | 1.67 g | 17 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Constantius II (337-361) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 337-341 |
| Value | Follis (1⁄180) |
| Currency | Solidus, Reform of Constantine (AD 310/324 – 395) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 1.67 g |
| Diameter | 17 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#175123 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 83% |
Reverse
Two helmeted soldiers standing facing, heads turned towards each other; each holds inverted spears and rests on a shield; between them a standard; standard contains Chi-Rho on the banner
Script: Latin
Lettering: GLOR-IA EXERC-ITVS
Translation:
GLORIA EXERCITVS
"(The) Glory of the Army"
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the first Christian emperor, Constantius II, who ruled the Roman Empire from 337 to 341 AD. The coin's design includes the image of Constantius II wearing a crown and holding a scepter, surrounded by the inscription "GLORIA EXERCITVS" (Glory of the Army) and "SISCIA" (the mint city). This coin is a significant artifact in the history of Christianity, as it represents the beginning of Christianity's rise to dominance in the Roman Empire.
