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Nummus - Constantinus I GLORIA EXERCITVS; Alexandria
| Bronze | 2 g | 16 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Constantine I (Flavius Valerius Constantinus) (306-337) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 335-337 |
| Value | Nummus (1⁄7200) |
| Currency | Solidus, Reform of Constantine (AD 310/324 – 395) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 2 g |
| Diameter | 16 mm |
| Thickness | 1 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#103509 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Two helmeted soldiers standing facing each other, each holding a spear in outer hand and leaning on a shield with inner hand; one standard between them.
Mint and officina marks in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering: GLORIA EXERCITVS
Translation: Glory of the Army
Edge
Plain
Comment
Coins struck by 1st Officina appear to have been medal aligned.Variant appear to exist for 1st Officina with a dot after the mintmark "SMALA●".
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the first Christian emperor, Constantine the Great, who ruled from 306 to 337 AD. The coin's design includes the image of Constantine wearing a crown and holding a scepter, symbolizing his power and authority as the Roman emperor. Additionally, the coin's inscription "GLORIA EXERCITVS" means "glory of the army," highlighting Constantine's efforts to strengthen and reorganize the Roman military during his reign.
