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Nummus - Constantinus II GLORIA EXERCITVS; Two standards; Nicomedia
| Bronze | 2 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Constantine I (Flavius Valerius Constantinus) (306-337) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 330-335 |
| Value | Nummus (1⁄7200) |
| Currency | Solidus, Reform of Constantine (AD 310/324 – 395) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 2 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#52023 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 68% |
Reverse
Two helmeted soldiers standing facing each other, each holding inverted spear in outer hand and leaning on shield with inner hand, flanking two standards.
Mint and officina marks in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering: GLOR-IA EXERC-ITVS
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.
