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Nummus - Constantinus II GLORIA EXERCITVS; One standard; Treveri
| Bronze | 1.65 g | 15 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Constantine II (337-340) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 335-337 |
| Value | Nummus (1⁄7200) |
| Currency | Solidus, Reform of Constantine (AD 310/324 – 395) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 1.65 g |
| Diameter | 15 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#113061 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 80% |
Reverse
Two soldiers holding spears and shields with one standard between them, o on banner.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
GLORIA EXERCITVS
●TRP●
Translation:
GLORIA EXERCITVS :
"The glory of the army".
TR(euirensis) P(rima) (officina/moneta) :
"Trier first monetary workshop".
Comment
On this coin, the bust of Constantine II is that of a young man in his twenties: he was born in February 316 and only retained the title of "Caesar" until September 337.
Interesting fact
The Nummus - Constantinus II coin was part of a series of coins issued by Emperor Constantine II to celebrate the glory of the Roman army. The coin features the emperor's name and title on one side, and the legend "GLORIA EXERCITVS" (glory of the army) on the other. This coin was minted in the city of Treveri (modern-day Trier, Germany) and was made of bronze, weighing 1.65 grams. Despite its small size, the coin is a significant artifact of Roman history and a testament to the empire's military prowess.
