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Nummus - Constantius II GLORIA EXERCITVS; Siscia
| Bronze | 1.7 g | 16.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Constantine II (337-340) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 337-340 |
| Value | Nummus (1⁄7200) |
| Currency | Solidus, Reform of Constantine (AD 310/324 – 395) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 1.7 g |
| Diameter | 16.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#380175 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 89% |
Reverse
Two soldiers standing to either side of one standard with chi-rho on banner
Script: Latin
Lettering: GLORIA EXERCITVS
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the first Christian symbol, the Chi-Rho, on its reverse side, indicating the shift of the Roman Empire towards Christianity during Constantius II's reign.
