Follis - Helena under Constantinus II; PAX PVBLICA; Treveri
| Bronze | 1.5 g | 14 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Constantine II (337-340) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 337-340 |
| Value | Follis (1⁄180) |
| Currency | Solidus, Reform of Constantine (AD 310/324 – 395) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 1.5 g |
| Diameter | 14 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#332607 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
Pax standing left, draped, holding branch in right hand and transverse sceptre in left hand.
Mintmark in exergue with palm branch right.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
PAX PVBLICA
TRP
Translation: The peace of the State
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Helena, the mother of Constantine the Great, on the reverse side, while the obverse side bears the image of Constantinus II. This coin was issued during a time when women were not typically depicted on coins, making it a unique and significant representation of a powerful woman in ancient Rome.
