Nummus - Constans I (GLORIA EXERCITVS; One standard; Rome) (337-340) front Nummus - Constans I (GLORIA EXERCITVS; One standard; Rome) (337-340) back
Nummus - Constans I (GLORIA EXERCITVS; One standard; Rome) (337-340) photo
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Nummus - Constans I GLORIA EXERCITVS; One standard; Rome

 
Bronze 1.56 g 15.62 mm
Description
Issuer
Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD)
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
References
Numista
N#318410
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.