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Nummus - Theodosius I VIRTVS EXERCITI; Constantinopolis
| Bronze | 5.4 g | 23 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Theodosius I (379-395) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 383-388 |
| Value | Nummus (1⁄7200) |
| Currency | Solidus, Reform of Constantine (AD 310/324 – 395) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 5.4 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#333036 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Emperor standing right, holding standard with right hand and globe in left hand, left foot on captive on the ground on right looking upwards; in left field a christogram or a Latin cross.
Mintmark and officina in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VIRTVS EXERCITI
Translation: The bravery of the Army
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Theodosius I, who was the last emperor to rule over a united Roman Empire before it was divided into Eastern and Western halves.
