Nummus - Constantius Gallus as Caesar FEL TEMP REPARATIO; Constantinopolis
| Bronze | 5.11 g | 21.34 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 | 5.11 g |
| Diameter | 21.34 mm |
| Thickness | 1 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#84641 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 79% |
Reverse
Soldier, helmeted, draped, cuirassed, advancing left, spearing fallen horseman with right hand and wearing shield on left arm; shield on ground to right; horseman wearing pointed cap, facing soldier, extending left arm.
Γ in left field. Dot in centre field.
Mintmark and officina in exergue.
Scripts: Latin, Greek
Lettering:
FEL TEMP RE - PARATIO
Γ - •
Unabridged legend: Felicitas Temporum Reparatio.
Translation: Happy times are here again.
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the image of Constantius Gallus, who was a Caesar of the Roman Empire during the reign of Emperor Constantius II. The coin was minted in Constantinople (now Istanbul, Turkey) between 351 and 355 AD, and its name, "FEL TEMP REPARATIO," means "Happy Time Restored" in Latin. This coin is a rare and valuable artifact that provides insight into the political and economic history of the Roman Empire during that time period.
