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Nummus - Constantius II VICTORIAE DD AVGGQ NN; Arelate
| Bronze | 1.39 g | 14 mm |
| 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 | 1.39 g |
| Diameter | 14 mm |
| Thickness | 1 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#114581 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 81% |
Reverse
Two Victories, winged, draped, facing each other, each holding wreath in right hand and palm in left hand.
Monogram between Victories.
Officina and mintmark in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
VICTORIAE DD AVGGQ NN
NPE
Unabridged legend: Victoriae Dominorum Augustorum Que Nostrosum.
Translation: To the victories of our dear 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 DD AVGGQ NN," which translates to "Victory of our Lord, the two Augusti," referring to Constantius II and his co-emperor, Constans. This coin is a rare example of early Christian imagery on Roman currency and highlights the significant religious and political changes taking place during this period in history.
