© CGB
© CGB
Nummus - Constantius Gallus as Caesar CONCORDIA MILITVM; Sirmium
| Bronze | 3.17 g | 17 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Constantius II (337-361) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 351-355 |
| Value | Nummus (1⁄7200) |
| Currency | Solidus, Reform of Constantine (AD 310/324 – 395) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 3.17 g |
| Diameter | 17 mm |
| Thickness | 1.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Cast |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#152229 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 87% |
Reverse
Constantius Gallus in military dress, star above his head, holding in each hand a standard with Chi-Rho on banner.
Numeral in left field.
Star and mintmark in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
CONCORDIA MILITVM
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Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Constantius Gallus as Caesar, who was a prominent military leader and politician during the Roman Empire. The coin's design includes an inscription of "CONCORDIA MILITVM," which translates to "harmony of the soldiers," highlighting the importance of unity and cooperation within the military. Additionally, the coin was minted in Sirmium, which was an important city in the Roman Empire and served as the capital of the Praetentian prefecture.
