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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Nummus - Constantius II VIRTVS CAESS; Arelate
328 year| Bronze | 2.84 g | 19.43 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Constantine I (Flavius Valerius Constantinus) (306-337) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 328 |
| Value | Nummus (1⁄7200) |
| Currency | Solidus, Reform of Constantine (AD 310/324 – 395) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 2.84 g |
| Diameter | 19.43 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#79388 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
Camp gate with open door, four turrets and star above.
Letters across fields.
Mintmark and officina in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
VIRTV-S CAESS
S - F
Unabridged legend: Virtus Caesarum.
Translation: The Valor of the Caesars.
Edge
Rough
Comment
The manufacture of this type begins from 326 for Constantius II which has just been named Caesar. There are many varieties in the representation of the reverse side which is described as a camp gate, but could also represent a fortified city wall to face the invasions which constitute the greatest danger in this first half of the IVth century. Only the third and fourth offices have struck for this type
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the image of Constantius II, who was the Roman Emperor from 337 to 361 AD, and was known for his military campaigns and his efforts to stabilize the Roman Empire after a period of turmoil.
