© British Museum
© British Museum
Fraction - Constantius I as Caesar CONCORDIA MILITVM; Cyzicus
| Bronze | 2.8 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Diocletian (Gaius Aurelius Valerius Diocletianus) (284-305) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 295-299 |
| Value | ½ Follis (⅛) |
| Currency | Argenteus, Reform of Diocletian (AD 293/301 – 310/324) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 2.8 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#376596 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Constantius Chlorus, draped, cuirassed, standing right, receiving small Victory on globe from Jupiter; Jupiter standing left, leaning on sceptre with left hand
Script: Latin
Lettering: CONCORDIA MILITVM
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Constantius I as Caesar, which suggests that it was minted during a time when he was still a junior emperor, rather than the senior emperor. This is significant because it provides insight into the political dynamics of the Roman Empire during this period, and highlights the importance of Constantius I's rise to power. Additionally, the image of CONCORDIA MILITVM (harmony of the military) on the reverse of the coin suggests that the coin was minted to promote unity and cooperation among the Roman military.
