Follis - Constantius II (GLORIA EXERCITVS; Treveri) (340) front Follis - Constantius II (GLORIA EXERCITVS; Treveri) (340) back
Follis - Constantius II (GLORIA EXERCITVS; Treveri) (340) photo
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Follis - Constantius II GLORIA EXERCITVS; Treveri

340 year
Bronze 1.8 g 15 mm
Description
Issuer
Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD)
Emperor
Constantius II (337-361)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
340
Value
Follis (1⁄180)
Currency
Solidus, Reform of Constantine (AD 310/324 – 395)
Composition
Bronze
Weight
1.8 g
Diameter
15 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#48357
Rarity index
84%

Reverse

Two soldiers holding spears

Script: Latin

Lettering:
GLORIA EXERCITVS
TRSU

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Follis - Constantius II (GLORIA EXERCITVS; Treveri) coin is that it features a rare and unique design element. The obverse side of the coin depicts the emperor Constantius II with a distinctive "amiable" expression, which is not commonly found on Roman coins of that era. This subtle detail suggests that the coin may have been minted during a period of relative peace and prosperity, and that the emperor was seeking to promote a more benevolent image of himself to his subjects.