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Nummus - Constantius II GLORIA EXERCITVS; Antioch
| Bronze | 2 g | 15 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Constantius II (337-361) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 337-347 |
| Value | Nummus (1⁄7200) |
| Currency | Solidus, Reform of Constantine (AD 310/324 – 395) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 2 g |
| Diameter | 15 mm |
| Thickness | 1.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#380146 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Two soldiers, helmeted, draped, cuirassed, facing front, heads toward each other, each holding inverted spear in outer hand and resting inner hand on shield; between them, a standard
Lettering: GLOR-IA EXERC-ITVS
Comment
http://numismatics.org/ocre/id/ric.8.anch.44Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the emperor Constantius II, who was known for his military campaigns and his efforts to stabilize the Roman Empire after a period of civil war. The coin's design includes an image of Constantius II wearing a military cloak and holding a spear, symbolizing his role as a military leader and the power of the Roman Empire. Additionally, the coin's inscription, "GLORIA EXERCITVS," translates to "glory of the army," further emphasizing the importance of the military during Constantius II's reign.
