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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Nummus - Constantius II FEL TEMP REPARATIO; Thessalonica
| Bronze | 1.96 g | 16.5 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 | 1.96 g |
| Diameter | 16.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#70142 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 77% |
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 leaning forward, clasping horse's neck.
Letter in left field.
Mintmark and officina in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
FEL TEMP REPARATIO
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Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the emperor Constantius II with a distinctive "pineapple" hairstyle, which was a popular fashion among Roman men during this time period.
