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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Nummus - Constantius II GLORIA EXERCITVS; two standards; Siscia
| Bronze | 2.45 g | 17.78 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Constantine I (Flavius Valerius Constantinus) (306-337) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 334-335 |
| Value | Nummus (1⁄7200) |
| Currency | Solidus, Reform of Constantine (AD 310/324 – 395) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 2.45 g |
| Diameter | 17.78 mm |
| Thickness | 1.75 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#224820 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 81% |
Reverse
Two soldiers, helmeted, draped, cuirassed, standing facing each other, each holding spear in outer hand and resting inner hand on shield; between them, two standards.
mint and officina in In exergue
Script: Latin
Lettering: GLOR-IA EXERC-ITVS
Unabridged legend: Gloria Exercitus
Translation: Glory of the Army
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features two standards (GLORIA EXERCITVS) on either side of the emperor's head, which symbolizes the unity and strength of the Roman army under Constantius II's rule.
