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Nummus - Constantius II FEL TEMP REPARATIO; Antioch
| Bronze | 4.32 g | 23.8 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Constantius II (337-361) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 350-355 |
| Value | Nummus (1⁄7200) |
| Currency | Solidus, Reform of Constantine (AD 310/324 – 395) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 4.32 g |
| Diameter | 23.8 mm |
| Thickness | 1.8 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#224692 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 89% |
Reverse
Soldier spearing fallen horseman, who turns toward him with upraised hand.
Letter in left field.
Mintmark and officina in exergue.
Scripts: Latin, Greek
Lettering:
FEL TEMP RE-PARATIO
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Unabridged legend: Felicium Temporum Reparatio.
Translation: Happy times have returned.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Nummus - Constantius II (FEL TEMP REPARATIO; Antioch) coin is that it features the image of a phoenix on its reverse side, which symbolizes renewal and rebirth. This imagery was often used during the Roman Empire to represent the emperor's role as a bringer of peace and prosperity. Additionally, the coin's inscription "FEL TEMP REPARATIO" translates to "Happy Time Restored," which suggests that the coin was minted during a time of renewal or restoration in the Roman Empire.
