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Nummus - Constantinus II GLORIA EXERCITVS; Two standards; Thessalonica
| Bronze | 2.31 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Constantine II (337-340) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 335-336 |
| Value | Nummus (1⁄7200) |
| Currency | Solidus, Reform of Constantine (AD 310/324 – 395) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 2.31 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#45293 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 71% |
Reverse
Two standing soldiers holding spears and TWO standards between them.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
GLORI-A EXER-CITVS
SMTSB
Translation:
Gloria Exercitus: "Glory of the Army".
S(acra) M(oneta) TS (=Thessalonicensis) B (=2):
"Second Sacred Mint from Thessalonica".
Comment
http://numismatics.org/ocre/id/ric.7.thes.199Interesting 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 two standards on the reverse side, which symbolize the unity and strength of the Roman military. The coin's design was meant to promote the idea that the Roman Empire was a powerful and unified force under Constantine's leadership.
