Nummus - Constantius I (HERCVLI VICTORI; Alexandria) (305-306) front Nummus - Constantius I (HERCVLI VICTORI; Alexandria) (305-306) back
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Nummus - Constantius I HERCVLI VICTORI; Alexandria

 
Bronze 9.3 g 26 mm
Description
Issuer
Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD)
Emperor
Maximinus II (311-313)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
305-306
Value
Nummus / Follis (¼)
Currency
Argenteus, Reform of Diocletian (AD 293/301 – 310/324)
Composition
Bronze
Weight
9.3 g
Diameter
26 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#435553
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Hercules, standing front, head left, leaning on club with right hand and holding apples in left hand; hanging from left elbow, lion's skin.
Letter in left field. Officina and letter in right field. Officina is sometimes in left field or under the letter in right field.

Lettering:
HERCVLI - VICTORI
S - officina / P

Unabridged legend: Herculi Victori.

Translation: To victorious Hercules.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Emperor Constantius I, who was known for his military campaigns and his efforts to restore the Roman Empire's economy and stability after a period of turmoil.