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Nummus - Valentinianus II CONCORDIA AVGGG, I-palm branch; Heraclea
| Bronze | 2.75 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Theodosius I (379-395) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 378-383 |
| Value | Nummus (1⁄7200) |
| Currency | Solidus, Reform of Constantine (AD 310/324 – 395) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 2.75 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#411116 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Roma, helmeted, head left, seated facing on throne, holding globe and partly seen spear, right leg bare.
Letter in left field. Palm branch in right field.
Mintmark and officina in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
CONCOR-DIA AVGGG
I - palm branch
Unabridged legend: Concordia Augustorum Trium.
Translation: The harmony of the three emperors.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the image of a palm branch on the reverse side, which was a symbol of victory and peace in ancient Rome. The inclusion of this image on the coin may indicate that the Roman Empire was seeking to promote a message of peace and prosperity during the reign of Valentinianus II. Additionally, the use of bronze as the material for the coin was a common practice during this time period, as it was a readily available and durable metal that could be easily minted into coins.
