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Nummus - Constantius II FEL TEMP REPARATIO; Thessalonica
| Bronze | 4.88 g | 23 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Constantius II (337-361) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 348-350 |
| Value | Nummus (1⁄7200) |
| Currency | Solidus, Reform of Constantine (AD 310/324 – 395) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 4.88 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#199123 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 87% |
Reverse
Emperor in military dress standing left on galley, holding phoenix on globe and standard with X-P on banner. In the stern sits Victory, steering the ship.
Mintmark and officina in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
FEL TEMP REPARATIO
X-P
Translation: The Restoration of Happy Times
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The Nummus - Constantius II (FEL TEMP REPARATIO; Thessalonica) coin was part of a large-scale currency reform implemented by Emperor Constantius II in the 4th century AD. The reform aimed to address the inflation and economic instability of the Roman Empire by introducing a new standardized system of coinage. The Nummus coin was one of the new denominations introduced during this reform, and it was designed to be a more affordable alternative to the older, larger denomination coins. Despite its smaller size and value, the Nummus coin was still made of bronze, which was a significant improvement over the previous copper coins. This coin is a testament to the efforts of the Roman Empire to stabilize its economy and maintain its power during a time of great change and upheaval.
