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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Nummus - Constantius II FEL TEMP REPARATIO; Heraclea
| Bronze | 3.66 g | 19.92 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 | 3.66 g |
| Diameter | 19.92 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#403024 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
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: Greek, Latin
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 represents good luck and prosperity, on its reverse side. This image was a common feature on many Roman coins during the reign of Constantius II, and it was believed to bring good fortune to the coin's owner.
