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Nummus - Constantinus I VRBS ROMA; GLORIA EXERCITVS; Heraclea
| Bronze | 1.62 g | 15.25 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Constantine I (Flavius Valerius Constantinus) (306-337) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 336-337 |
| Value | Nummus (1⁄7200) |
| Currency | Solidus, Reform of Constantine (AD 310/324 – 395) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 1.62 g |
| Diameter | 15.25 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#283306 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 88% |
Reverse
Two soldiers, helmeted, draped, cuirassed, standing facing each other, each holding spear in outer hand and resting inner hand on shield; between them, a standard ; Mint and officina mark in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering: GLOR-IA EXERC-ITVS
Edge
Rough
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of the Roman goddess Victory (Victoria) on the reverse side, which was a common motif on Roman coins during the reign of Constantinus I (also known as Constantine the Great). This coin was issued during a time when the Roman Empire was transitioning from a pagan to a Christian society, and the image of Victory can be seen as a symbol of the empire's military power and dominance. Additionally, the coin's inscription "GLORIA EXERCITVS" (glory of the army) further highlights the importance of the military in Roman society during this time period.
