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© hareluca
Nummus - Constantius II FEL TEMP REPARATIO; Alexandria
| Bronze | 2.6 g | 18.28 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Constantius II (337-361) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 351-355 |
| Value | Follis (1⁄180) |
| Currency | Solidus, Reform of Constantine (AD 310/324 – 395) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 2.6 g |
| Diameter | 18.28 mm |
| Thickness | 1.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#50059 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 75% |
Reverse
Helmeted soldier to left, shield on left arm, spearing fallen horseman; shield on ground at right. Horseman wears pointed cap, turns to face soldier and extends left arm. Mintmark in exergue
Script: Latin
Lettering: FEL TEMP REPARATIO
Unabridged legend: Felicium Temporum Reparatio
Translation: Restoration of Happy Times
Edge
Rough
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the emperor Constantius II with a distinctive "sidelock" hairstyle, which was a characteristic feature of the emperor's portrayal on coins during his reign.
