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Nummus - Theodora PIETAS ROMANA; Constantinopolis
| Bronze | 2.0 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Constantius II (337-361) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 337-340 |
| Value | Nummus (1⁄7200) |
| Currency | Solidus, Reform of Constantine (AD 310/324 – 395) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 2.0 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Thickness | 1.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#317547 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Theodora standing facing, turning her head to the right, holding a child in her arms.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
PIETAS ROMANA •
CONSЄ
Translation:
The Roman Piety.
Constantinople.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Nummus - Theodora (PIETAS ROMANA; Constantinopolis) coin is that it features an image of the Roman goddess Pietas, who represents duty, loyalty, and devotion, on the reverse side. This highlights the importance of these values in Roman culture and suggests that the coin was minted to promote these ideals among the population.
