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Nummus - Dalmatius GLOR-IA EXERC-ITVS; One standard; Antioch
| Bronze | 2.10 g | 16 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Constantine I (Flavius Valerius Constantinus) (306-337) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 335-337 |
| Value | Nummus (1⁄7200) |
| Currency | Solidus, Reform of Constantine (AD 310/324 – 395) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 2.10 g |
| Diameter | 16 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#244334 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Two soldiers, helmeted, draped, cuirassed, standing facing each other, each holding reversed spear in outer hand and resting inner hand on shield; between them, a standard
Script: Latin
Lettering:
GLOR-IA EXERC-ITVS
SMANI
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The Nummus - Dalmatius coin was issued during the reign of Emperor Constantine the Great, who ruled the Roman Empire from 306 to 337 AD. This coin was part of a series of coins issued by Constantine to promote the glory of the Roman Empire and to solidify his own reputation as a powerful and successful leader. The coin's design features the image of a Roman soldier standing victorious over a fallen enemy, symbolizing the empire's military prowess and dominance. Despite its small size and relatively low value, the Nummus - Dalmatius coin is a significant artifact of Roman history and a testament to the enduring legacy of Constantine's reign.
