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Nummus - Constantius II FEL TEMP REPARATIO; Heraclea
| Bronze | 4.71 g | 22.85 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Constantius II (337-361) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 351-355 |
| Value | Nummus (1⁄7200) |
| Currency | Solidus, Reform of Constantine (AD 310/324 – 395) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 4.71 g |
| Diameter | 22.85 mm |
| Thickness | 1.9 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#224602 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
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 diademed, facing soldier, extending left arm.
Letter in left field.
Mintmark and officina in exergue.
Scripts: Latin, Greek
Lettering:
FEL TEMP RE-PARATIO
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Unabridged legend: Felicitas Temporum Reparatio.
Translation: The restoration of happy times.
Interesting fact
The Nummus - Constantius II (FEL TEMP REPARATIO; Heraclea) coin features an image of the Roman goddess Felicitas, who was revered as the embodiment of good luck and prosperity. The inclusion of her image on the coin may have been a nod to the Roman Empire's desire to promote a sense of prosperity and good fortune among its citizens, particularly during a time of political and economic upheaval.
