Nummus - Constantius II SPES REIPVBLICE; Constantinopolis
| Bronze | 1.03 g | 13 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Constantius II (337-361) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 355-361 |
| Value | Nummus (1⁄7200) |
| Currency | Solidus, Reform of Constantine (AD 310/324 – 395) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 1.03 g |
| Diameter | 13 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#429287 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Constantius II, helmeted, draped, cuirassed, standing left, holding globe in right hand and spear in left hand. C in left field.
Officina and mintmark in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering: SPES REI - PVBLICE
Unabridged legend: Spes Reipublice
Translation: Hope of the Republic
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the image of Constantius II, who was the Roman Emperor at the time of its minting, and was known for his military campaigns and administrative reforms.
