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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Nummus - Constans I IMP CONS -TANS AVG / GLOR-IA EXERC-ITVS; Arelate
| Bronze | 1.65 g | 14.7 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Constantine II (337-340) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 337-340 |
| Value | Nummus (1⁄7200) |
| Currency | Solidus, Reform of Constantine (AD 310/324 – 395) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 1.65 g |
| Diameter | 14.7 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#235215 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 86% |
Reverse
Two soldiers, helmeted, draped, cuirassed, facing front, heads toward each other, each holding inverted spear in outer hand and resting inner hand on shield; between them, a standard.
Mintmark and officina in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering: GLOR-IA EXERC-ITVS
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of the Roman Emperor Constans I on one side, and a depiction of the personification of glory (Gloria Exercitus) on the other. This coin was minted during Constans' reign from 337 to 340 AD, and its design reflects the propaganda efforts of the Roman Empire to promote the idea of the emperor as a divine and powerful leader.
