© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Nummus - Constantius Gallus Δ behind bust; FEL TEMP REPARATIO with horseman and Γ; Rome
| Bronze | 3.97 g | 21.25 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Constantius II (337-361) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 352-355 |
| Value | Nummus (1⁄7200) |
| Currency | Solidus, Reform of Constantine (AD 310/324 – 395) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 3.97 g |
| Diameter | 21.25 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#372888 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
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 a pointed cap, falling forward, clutching horse's neck.
Letter in right field.
Mintmark and officina divided by wreath in exergue.
Script: Greek
Lettering:
FEL TEMP REPARATIO
Γ
Unabridged legend: Felicium Temporum Reparatio.
Translation: The return of happy times.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a rare combination of symbols and inscriptions. The horseman on the reverse side of the coin is believed to represent the Roman goddess of victory, Victoria, and the Γ symbol is a Greek letter representing the third century Roman Emperor, Constantius II. Additionally, the inscription "FEL TEMP REPARATIO" means "Happy Times Restored" in Latin, which suggests that this coin was minted during a time of renewal and optimism in the Roman Empire.
