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Nummus - Constantius II GLORIA EXERCITVS; Thessalonica
| Bronze | 2.26 g | 17.8 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Constantius II (337-361) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 337-340 |
| Value | Nummus (1⁄7200) |
| Currency | Solidus, Reform of Constantine (AD 310/324 – 395) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 2.26 g |
| Diameter | 17.8 mm |
| Thickness | 0.8 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#103161 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 79% |
Reverse
Two helmeted soldiers facing with heads turned towards each other; each holding an inverted spear in outer hands and resting on a shield with inner hands; one standard between them.
Script: Latin
Lettering: GLORI-A EXER-CITVS
Unabridged legend: Gloria Exercitus
Translation: Glory of the Army
Edge
Plain
Interesting 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 defend the Roman Empire from external threats. The coin's design, with its focus on military imagery and the emperor's title "GLORIA EXERCITVS" (glory of the army), reflects the importance of the military in Roman society during this time period. Additionally, the fact that it was minted in Thessalonica, which was an important city in the Roman Empire, suggests that the coin may have played a significant role in the local economy and trade.
