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Nummus - Constans I GLORIA EXERCITVS; One standard; Rome
Bronze | 1.56 g | 15.62 mm |
Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
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Emperor | Constantius II (337-361) |
Type | Standard circulation coin |
Years | 337-340 |
Value | Nummus (1⁄7200) |
Currency | Solidus, Reform of Constantine (AD 310/324 – 395) |
Composition | Bronze |
Weight | 1.56 g |
Diameter | 15.62 mm |
Shape | Round (irregular) |
Technique | Hammered |
Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-04 |
Numista | N#318410 |
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Rarity index | 89% |
Reverse
Two soldiers standing facing each other, each holding inverted spear with outer hand and leaning on shield with inner hand, one standard between them, annulet on banner.
Mintmark and officina split by leaf in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering: GLOR-IA EXERC-ITVS
Translation: Gloria Exercitus: To the glory of the army.
Interesting fact
The Nummus - Constans I coin was part of a significant monetary reform implemented by Emperor Constans I in 337 AD, which introduced a new standardized system of coinage for the Roman Empire. This reform helped to stabilize the Roman economy and simplify trade and commerce across the empire.