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Nummus - Constantius II VOT XX MVLT XXX; Heraclea
| Bronze | 1.81 g | 15.0 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Constantius II (337-361) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 347-348 |
| Value | Nummus (1⁄7200) |
| Currency | Solidus, Reform of Constantine (AD 310/324 – 395) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 1.81 g |
| Diameter | 15.0 mm |
| Thickness | 1.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#311032 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 87% |
Reverse
Vows in four lines within wreath.
Mintmark and officina, preceded by a dot, in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
VOT
XX
MVLT
XXX
Unabridged legend: Votis vicennalibus multis tricennalibus.
Translation: Vows for the twentieth anniversary of reign and more for the thirtieth to come.
Interesting fact
The Nummus - Constantius II (VOT XX MVLT XXX; Heraclea) coin features an image of the Roman goddess Victory (Victoria) on its reverse side, which was a common motif on Roman coins during the 4th century AD. The image of Victory was meant to symbolize the Roman Empire's military prowess and its ability to conquer and dominate other nations. The inclusion of the goddess Victory on this coin may have been a way for Constantius II to promote his military campaigns and reinforce the idea that the Roman Empire was a powerful and victorious state.
