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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Nummus - Constans GLORIA EXERCITVS; Antioch
| Bronze | 1.85 g | 14.95 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Constantius II (337-361) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 337-347 |
| Value | Nummus (1⁄7200) |
| Currency | Solidus, Reform of Constantine (AD 310/324 – 395) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 1.85 g |
| Diameter | 14.95 mm |
| Thickness | 1.15 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#175775 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 80% |
Reverse
Two soldiers standing on either side of military standard facing each other, each holding inverted spear and resting hand on shield.
Script: Latin
Lettering: GLOR-IA EXERC-ITVS
Unabridged legend: Gloria Exercitus.
Translation: To the glory of the army.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Nummus - Constans coin is that it features the first Christian emperor, Constantine the Great, on its obverse side, signifying the shift of the Roman Empire towards Christianity.
