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Nummus - Dalmatius GLORIA EXERCITVS; One standard; Siscia
| Bronze | 1.54 g | 16 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Constantine I (Flavius Valerius Constantinus) (306-337) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 335-336 |
| Value | Nummus (1⁄7200) |
| Currency | Solidus, Reform of Constantine (AD 310/324 – 395) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 1.54 g |
| Diameter | 16 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#286243 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 89% |
Reverse
Two helmeted soldiers, standing facing each other, each holding spear with outer hand and leaning on shield with inner hand; between them, one standard.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
GLORIA EXERCITVS
BSIS
Translation: To the glory of the army.
Edge
Plain
Comment
Other references: Sear 16894Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the first Roman Emperor, Augustus, on the obverse (front) side, while the reverse (back) side bears the image of a trophy and the inscription "GLORIA EXERCITVS," which translates to "Glory of the Army." This highlights the importance of military power and victory in Roman culture during the 4th century AD.
