Nummus - Constantinus II GLORIA EXERCITVS; Two standards; Lugdunum
332 year| Bronze | 2.15 g | 17 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Constantine II (337-340) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 332 |
| Value | Nummus (1⁄7200) |
| Currency | Solidus, Reform of Constantine (AD 310/324 – 395) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 2.15 g |
| Diameter | 17 mm |
| Thickness | 1.7 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#383906 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Two soldiers, helmeted, draped, cuirassed, standing facing each other, each holding reversed spear in outer hand and resting inner hand on shield; between them, two standards.
Crescent before officina and mintmark in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering: GLORIA EXERCITVS
Unabridged legend: Gloria Exercitus
Translation: Glory of the Army
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features two standards (GLORIA EXERCITVS) on either side of the emperor's head, which symbolizes the unity and strength of the Roman army under Constantinus II's rule.
