Nummus - Constantius II FEL TEMP REPARATIO; Siscia
| Bronze | 2.4 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Constantius II (337-361) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 355-361 |
| Value | Nummus (1⁄7200) |
| Currency | Solidus, Reform of Constantine (AD 310/324 – 395) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 2.4 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#384873 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
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 facing soldier, wearing pointed cap; extending left arm.
M in left field.
Mint and officina marks in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering: FEL TEMP REPARATIO
Unabridged legend: Felix Temp Reparatio.
Translation: Happy times are restored.
Edge
Plain
Comment
The Z after the mintmark in exergue is retrograde.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 portraits during his reign.
