© EPHESE
© EPHESE
Nummus - Constantius II FEL TEMP REPARATIO; Arelate
| Bronze | 2.16 g | 16 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Constantius II (337-361) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 353-355 |
| Value | Follis (1⁄180) |
| Currency | Solidus, Reform of Constantine (AD 310/324 – 395) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 2.16 g |
| Diameter | 16 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#137648 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 86% |
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, turning to face soldier, extending right arm.
D in left field.
Officina and mintmark in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering: FEL TEMP RE-PARATIO
Unabridged legend: Felicitas Temporum Reparatio.
Translation: Restoration of happy times.
Comment
Flavius Julius Valerius Constantius was born on August 7, 318 in Sirmium. He was raised to the Caesarate on November 8, 324 at the age of six. He will reign thirty-seven years, one of the longest reigns of the fourth century. After having crushed the revolt of Magnence, he is only august with a Caesar, Constance Galle, that he makes execute in 354. On November 6, 355, he raised his cousin Julian to the title of Caesar. He went to Rome in 357, then to Sirmium of which he made his capital. In front of the Sassanid danger, he leaves this region in 359 and settles in Antioch. Julian is proclaimed august in February 360. Constance died on November 3, 361, leaving Julian at the head of the Empire.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the emperor Constantius II, who was known for his military campaigns and his efforts to stabilize the Roman Empire during a period of political turmoil. The coin's design includes an image of Constantius II wearing a military cloak and holding a spear, symbolizing his role as a powerful and capable leader. Additionally, the coin's inscription, "FEL TEMP REPARATIO," translates to "Happy Times Restored," which suggests that Constantius II's reign was marked by a period of renewed prosperity and stability for the Roman Empire.
