Nummus - Constantius II (VICTORIAE D D AVGGQ NN; Rome) (347-348) front Nummus - Constantius II (VICTORIAE D D AVGGQ NN; Rome) (347-348) back
Nummus - Constantius II (VICTORIAE D D AVGGQ NN; Rome) (347-348) photo
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Nummus - Constantius II VICTORIAE D D AVGGQ NN; Rome

 
Bronze 2 g 15 mm
Description
Issuer
Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD)
Emperor
Constans I (337-350)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
347-348
Value
Nummus (1⁄7200)
Currency
Solidus, Reform of Constantine (AD 310/324 – 395)
Composition
Bronze
Weight
2 g
Diameter
15 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#244366
Rarity index
92%

Reverse

Two Victories standing facing each other, each holding a wreath and palm branch.
Mintmark and officina with palm branch between in exergue.

Script: Latin

Lettering: VICTORIAE DD AVGG Q NN

Unabridged legend: Victoriae Dominorum Augustorum Que Nostrum.

Translation: To the Victories of our Lords and emperors.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the first Christian emperor, Constantius II, who ruled the Roman Empire from 337 to 361 AD. The coin's design includes the inscription "VICTORIAE D D AVGGQ NN," which translates to "Victory of our Lord, the Emperor," indicating the shift in power and influence from traditional Roman gods to the Christian deity. This coin is a significant artifact in the history of Christianity and the Roman Empire.