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Nummus - Constantius I as Caesar CONCORDIA MILITVM; Cyzicus
Bronze | 2.6 g | 21 mm |
Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
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Emperor | Constantius I Chlorus (Flavius Valerius Constantius) (305-306) |
Type | Standard circulation coin |
Years | 295-299 |
Value | Nummus / Follis (¼) |
Currency | Argenteus, Reform of Diocletian (AD 293/301 – 310/324) |
Composition | Bronze |
Weight | 2.6 g |
Diameter | 21 mm |
Thickness | 1 mm |
Shape | Round (irregular) |
Technique | Hammered |
Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-05 |
Numista | N#94372 |
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Rarity index | 79% |
Reverse
Constantius I standing left in military dress, looking right and receiving Victory on globe from Jupiter, standing right looking left, leaning on sceptre with left hand.
Mintmark in middle field.
Script: Latin
Lettering: CONCORDIA MILITVM
Translation:
Concordia Militum
(Concord of the Soldiers)
Comment
Caesura: none on obverse and CONCOR-DIA MI-LITVM on reverse.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Constantius I as Caesar, which suggests that it was minted during a time when he was still a junior emperor, rather than the senior emperor. This is significant because it provides insight into the political dynamics of the Roman Empire during this period, and highlights the importance of Constantius I's rise to power. Additionally, the image of Constantius I on the coin may have been used as a way to promote his image and legitimacy as a ruler, which could have been especially important during a time of political instability.