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Nummus - Constantius II GLORIA EXERCITVS; Treveri
340 year| Bronze | 1.39 g | 16 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Constantine II (337-340) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 340 |
| Value | Nummus (1⁄7200) |
| Currency | Solidus, Reform of Constantine (AD 310/324 – 395) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 1.39 g |
| Diameter | 16 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#408376 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
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.
Letter on standard.
Mintmark and officina followed by a crescent in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
GLORI-A EXER-CITVS
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Translation: To the glory of the army.
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 against external threats. 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 protector of the empire.
