Nummus - Dalmatius (GLORIA EXERCITVS; Two standards; Thessalonica) (335-336) front Nummus - Dalmatius (GLORIA EXERCITVS; Two standards; Thessalonica) (335-336) back
Nummus - Dalmatius (GLORIA EXERCITVS; Two standards; Thessalonica) (335-336) photo
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Nummus - Dalmatius GLORIA EXERCITVS; Two standards; Thessalonica

 
Bronze 2.5 g 18.29 mm
Description
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
2.5 g
Diameter
18.29 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#267653
Rarity index
90%

Reverse

Two soldiers, each holding reversed spear & resting on shield, standing on either side of standards.
Mintmark and officina in exergue.

Script: Latin

Lettering: GLORI-A EXER-CITVS

Translation: Glory of the Army.

Edge

Plain

Comment

Thessalonica RIC 202

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features two standards on its reverse side, which is a rare design element for Roman coins. The two standards represent the military standards of the Roman legions and symbolize the power and authority of the Roman Empire. This design was only used for a short period of time during the reign of Emperor Dalmatius, making it a unique and valuable addition to any coin collection.