© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Follis - Helena SECVRITAS REIPVBLICE; Thessalonica
| Bronze | 2.7 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Constantine I (Flavius Valerius Constantinus) (306-337) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 326-328 |
| Value | Follis (1⁄180) |
| Currency | Solidus, Reform of Constantine (AD 310/324 – 395) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 2.7 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#286961 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Helena, standing left, raising robe with left hand and lowering branch with right hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
SECVRITAS REIPVBLICE
SMTSA
Translation: The safety of the State.
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Helena, the mother of Emperor Constantine, on the obverse (front side), while the reverse (back side) bears the inscription "SECVRITAS REIPVBLICE" (Security of the Republic) and a depiction of a shield and spear. This coin was minted during the reign of Constantine the Great, who ruled the Roman Empire from 306 to 337 AD and is known for his significant military and political reforms, as well as his conversion to Christianity.
