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Maiorina - Constans I FEL TEMP REPARATIO; Treveri
| Bronze | 4.70 g | 24 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Constans I (337-350) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 348-350 |
| Value | Maiorina (1⁄72) |
| Currency | Solidus, Reform of Constantine (AD 310/324 – 395) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 4.70 g |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#45299 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 88% |
Reverse
The emperor, standing to the left holding a globe and a Chrism sign, on a galley governed by a Victory seated behind him.
the copy has 2 errors: TP instead of TRP and REPARATI instead of REPARATIO
Script: Latin
Lettering:
FEL TEMP REPARATIO
TRP
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the first Christian emperor, Constans I, who ruled from 337 to 354 AD. The coin's reverse side bears the inscription "FEL TEMP REPARATIO," which means "Happy Time Restored," indicating the emperor's efforts to restore peace and prosperity to the empire after a period of turmoil. This coin is a rare and valuable artifact that provides insight into the early Christian period of the Roman Empire.
