Nummus - Constantius II (M behind bust; FEL TEMP REPARATIO; Lugdunum) (355-360) front Nummus - Constantius II (M behind bust; FEL TEMP REPARATIO; Lugdunum) (355-360) back
Nummus - Constantius II (M behind bust; FEL TEMP REPARATIO; Lugdunum) (355-360) photo
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Nummus - Constantius II M behind bust; FEL TEMP REPARATIO; Lugdunum

 
Bronze 2.4 g 16.8 mm
Description
Issuer
Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD)
Emperor
Constantius II (337-361)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
355-360
Value
Nummus (1⁄7200)
Currency
Solidus, Reform of Constantine (AD 310/324 – 395)
Composition
Bronze
Weight
2.4 g
Diameter
16.8 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#371466
Rarity index
94%

Reverse

Soldier, helmeted, draped, cuirassed, advancing left, spearing fallen horseman with right hand and wearing shield on left arm; shield on ground to right; horseman wearing a pointed cap, turning to soldier, extending left arm

Script: Latin

Lettering: FEL TEMP - REPARATIO

Comment

http://numismatics.org/ocre/id/ric.8.lug.197

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the emperor Constantius II with a prominent "M" behind his bust, which stands for "Magnus," meaning "great" in Latin. This title was often used by Roman emperors to emphasize their authority and power. Additionally, the coin's reverse side features the inscription "FEL TEMP REPARATIO," which translates to "happy times are being repaired," suggesting that the coin was minted during a time of economic or political reform.